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.

intense gaze, uncertain of his final decision.

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

be told, she had no one else to

already exhausted all other options, and no other doctor could

to awaken, and Thalassa

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

Funke’s unburdened smile, Thalassa was momentarily stunned. “Dr. Funke, does this mean…?”

Hertha exchanged a glance, both filled with confusion.

her resolve to give up on him might crumble again under his enchanting

worth more than a mountain of gold. I’d be a fool to

agreement, a wave of joy surged through Thalassa, but she managed to contain her excitement from becoming