The Billionaire's Secret Quartet

Chapter 1436

Hertha was in a state of utter panic. Surely Dr. Funke couldn’t think that her flustered babbling two days ago was some kind of love confession!

Hadn’t Thalassa already explained to him that many admired his medical skills?

Could it be possible that he didn’t get the implication?

Hertha felt like she’d fallen into a hole and was flailing about, unable to climb out.

With a gasp of alarm, she shot a quick glance at Alaric standing behind Dr. Funke, then forced a chuckle and said, “Dr. Funke, I truly admire your work. Ever since I was a little girl, I dreamed of becoming a doctor, but I was never quite sharp enough to cut it. So, I guess I just look up to those who can, like you.””

She was desperately trying to straighten out the mess she’d made the day before.

so? I’ve been on the lookout for an apprentice with the right spark, and since you’re interested in medicine, I might consider taking you under my wing,” Dr.

in his eyes was crystal clear.

blurted out, “Dr. Funke, you might be better off taking on a male apprentice to avoid any misunderstandings. You know, in case

wife passed away ten years ago. I’m currently single,”

wasn’t only looking for an apprentice. He was also in search of

head. The pit she had dug for herself the other day was about to become her grave. Her gaze darted around frantically, looking for an escape. But she was at a loss for words, with

just in time, “Dr. Funke, I think you might be barking up the wrong tree. She’s

words, Hertha’s head snapped towards Alaric, whose face was flushed with the warmth of wine. His normally mischievous eyes held a

sank when he mentioned she was married. A wave of profound

any possibility of being with Alaric was out of

assumed that Spencer was her husband.