The Billionaire's Secret Quartet

Chapter 1438

Thalassa felt the anxious glances from Alaric and Hertha, but she didn’t let them distract her. Her gaze stayed firm and clear on Dr. Funke, showing her determination and poise.

She wanted to make it clear to Dr. Funke that she had the leverage to ask for his help, but also the strength to walk away if needed.

She was essentially gambling on Dr. Funke’s reluctance to let go of a promising apprentice and the potential romantic match Thalassa was confident she could arrange for him.

If she seemed too desperate, it might backfire, making her appear weak and powerless, the kind of person who easily got pushed around or rejected.

But as someone strong and confident, showing genuine sincerity while also hinting at other options, she was more likely to succeed.

Dr. Funke fell silent, his usually playful demeanor turning grave as he stared at Thalassa, almost as if he was about to get angry.

The air around them grew tense and heavy.

gaze, uncertain of his

anticipation, and Thalassa’s heartbeat quickened, fearing Dr. Funke might send her away to seek help elsewhere.

be told, she had no one else to turn to. Dr. Funke was Lysander’s

and no

Funke was the final chance for Lysander to awaken, and Thalassa was

midst of her escalating anxiety, Dr. Funke burst out laughing unexpectedly. “Well done,

Funke’s unburdened smile, Thalassa was momentarily stunned. “Dr.

and Hertha exchanged a glance,

when Hertha caught Alaric’s eyes, her heart skipped a beat, and she quickly looked away, afraid her resolve to give up on him might

a mountain of gold. I’d be a fool to refuse,” Dr. Funke declared with a hearty

surged through Thalassa, but she managed