NovelEnglishChapter 195: Before long, Allison reappeared, Lorna nestled securely in her arms.
The examinations all wrapped up.
Knowing your concerns, I did a bit of digging.
Floyd Pierce, the head of the top medical team, will personally oversee her treatment, she said, her voice steady, though a faint look of surprise crossed her face, as if she hadnt expected to encounter an old acquaintance here. Thank you, Kellan responded, his trust in Allison evident, even though Floyds ndidnt immediately ring any bells for him.
Just as more words were about to be exchanged, a soft yet familiar voice interrupted.
Allison, its been a while, hasnt it? Allison turned on her heel and found herself face-to-face with a familiar figure blonde hair, sharp blue eyes, and a smile that felt like a gentle breeze in spring.
The man stood tall, dressed in a white lab coat that highlighted his athletic build.
His gold-rimmed glasses concealed much of the expression in his eyes, making them hard to read.
Allisons eyebrows lifted, taken aback.
Floyd, I didnt expect to see you here.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtIn his white coat, draped casually over a black shirt, Floyd carried himself with an air of relaxed confidence, an odd but comforting mix of laid-back and reliable.
Long tno see, he greeted Allison with a grin.
Allison smiled in return.
Youve gotten more handsome, I see.
Well, knowing how easily you fall for a handsface, I had to up my game, Floyd teased, his grin widening.
But whats your excuse? I havent heard from you in ages.
The last twe had dinner, you couldnt stop raving about that steakhouse.
So, naturally, I bought the place.
Reservations are now booked six months out, but Im still waiting for the pleasure of your company.
Kellan, who had been standing quietly beside them, felt a faint furrow form on his brow.
He hadnt expected this foreign doctor friend of Allisons to speak so fluently or so familiarly.
Allison chuckled and said, Well, steaks off my list now.
Looks like all that effort was for nothing.
Floyd arched an eyebrow, his voice laced with deeper meaning.
Seems its not just your taste thats shifted.
Youve changed in ways I cant quite put my finger on.
Once upon a time, Allison had been cold and sharp, like a blade honed to perfection, always poised to cut.
Now, though, she had softened, her former edge dulled by time, like jade refined over years, revealing its brilliance only when caught in the right light.
That hidden sharpness of hers was still there, tucked away beneath layers of restraint, making her even more dangerous.
Especially now, with a new man by her side.
Floyd continued talking to Allison while pretending Kellan wasnt even present.
Allison, are you used to the food here? No, so I wont stay long, Allison replied.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmHow heartless.
Cant you stay a few more days for me? Floyd kept the conversation rolling with Allison, acting as if Kellan were nothing more than a shadow in the corner.
Eventually, his gaze drifted upward, as though Kellan had only just materialized in front of him.
His movements were unhurried, smooth, as if he had all the tin the world.
Ah, you must be Mr.
Lloyd, Floyd said with casual elegance.
Im Floyd Pierce, the attending physician.
Kellan locked eyes with him, sensing the subtle undertone in Floyds words.
Expressionless, Kellan replied, Yes, Im family to the patient.
Their eyes held for a moment longer than necessary, tension crackling between them like an electric current.
Neither man blinked, but the air seemed thick with unspoken rivalry, a silent challenge passing between them. In that brief exchange, both men understood each other perfectly.
Without a word, they knew they were sizing each other up, aware of the tension simmering beneath the surface.
Kellan, experienced in reading people, could tell that this doctor, despite his professional demeanor, carried a personal interest in Allison.
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