When Jason saw how indignant Freya looked, he dragged her to the emergency stairwell, sounding stricter than ever as he said, "I told you not to head into the jewelry store during the robbery dispatch, but you refused to listen. Now, someone's reported you for practicing without experience.""How am I inexperienced?""The complaint letter pointed out that you'd only passed the medical board exam but have yet to complete all the registration procedures at the hospital. Because of that, you're not counted as a licensed doctor, so that was malpractice."Jason felt a headache coming on. He pulled out a cigarette and put it in his mouth. Then, he glanced at Freya and put it back into the box.Freya snarled, "What the hell is wrong with the complainer? I only did a simple cricothyrotomy, which I've practiced hundreds of times—"Jason interrupted her, "It's not about your skills, Freya. The hospital has accepted the complaint, and you know how they'll handle this. They'll take action as
The professor gave Freya a piece of paper indicating her punishment, making Freya smile wryly. They'd sentenced her without even giving her a chance to explain, huh?She looked at the professor's signature on the paper. Beside it was the signature of a male hospital administrator. Her smile turned mocking."If my ears weren't mistaken the other day, you and this administrator were the ones in the archives here, right?" Freya asked.The professor's gaze became shifty, and her tone was unsure as she asked in return, "What did you hear?"Freya was positive the amorous noises she'd heard that day were from this professor and the administrator who'd signed the paper. However, for her safety, she didn't respond.Instead, she scrunched up the paper and threw it into the trashcan before striding out of the office, leaving the professor feeling flustered and anxious.Freya returned to her workstation to pack her things. Then, she sought Jason out, looking guilty. "I'm sorry for causing yo
Freya arrived at Lexis Residences and stood in the foyer of the apartment, staring at Daniel, who was seated on the couch.He wore black loungewear and leaned lazily against the backrest, looking handsome as he calmly returned her gaze.She couldn't read him and had no idea what he was thinking. More importantly, she didn't know what to say to him. She licked her dry lips and decided to break the silence. "When did you get back?""Yesterday," he said indifferently."Oh."Silence descended upon the room again. Freya changed into house slippers before returning to her room and turning on the shower. She felt rather flustered.They'd seen each other a month ago, but she had no idea how to face her so-called husband, especially since he'd appeared so suddenly.She got into bed after her shower and was almost asleep when Daniel knocked on her door."I'm coming." She checked her clothes before opening the door."I've cooked instant mac and cheese. Do you want some?" he asked."Sure
Freya stood in the foyer and waited until Daniel was ready before she opened the door. A man in his 50s stood outside. He wore a white shirt under a black suit—even his tie looked exquisite and delicate."May I know who you are?" Freya asked."I'm Wilson Keller, Mrs. Talbot. I'm the butler at Talbot Manor, and I came here to look for Mr. Talbot," the man said politely. His gaze was respectful, too."Mr. Talbot?" Only one person here went by that name, but she didn't know whether that was who Wilson was looking for."Mr. Daniel Talbot," Wilson added."Oh." It looked like Daniel came from a wealthy family if he could afford a butler.Freya stepped aside to let Wilson in.She wanted to get him some house slippers to change into, but he pulled out two shoe covers from his pocket and slipped them on before following her into the living room."What are you doing here?" Daniel asked, sounding displeased.This was Freya's first time hearing him sound anything other than calm or indiff
Daniel suddenly held Freya's hand with the one he'd used to steady her earlier. He wrapped her hand in his, warming it up from its original coolness.Thomas was alone in the spacious living room. He looked spirited and healthy—the only thing was that his hair had turned completely white.Daniel only spoke after he and Freya had taken their seats, saying, "You already went all the way to the highest authorities with your complaints. How could I continue to stay away?""Humph! You were away for over two years. Would you dare say it wasn't because you felt like I'd forced you into this?""It wasn't because of that.""Why didn't you come back after marrying Freya, then? Why stay away for so long?" Thomas demanded.Freya had her head lowered as she played with the hem of her shirt. She paused when she heard this. Daniel had explained this to her before.A month ago, after the robbery at the jewelry store, he'd spoken to her as she'd changed his bandages. He'd told her he was abroad o
"Big Mouth." Daniel sounded warmer and more familiar with this person than he did with others. "Yeah, I just got back." He listened to the caller for a short while before replying, "Alright, send me the address. I'll be there soon."Freya could tell Daniel had just agreed to meet someone. This "Big Mouth" was probably a guy.They soon arrived at the apartment. Daniel parked in the underground parking lot and took the box of food from the trunk. Freya stepped forward to take it from him, thinking he was probably rushing to leave.He sidestepped and dodged her. "Lock the trunk.""How do I do it?""Press the button on top."Freya followed his line of sight and saw the button. She wasn't tall enough to reach it, though. She even tried standing on her tiptoes.Suddenly, a hand reached above her and pressed the button. The door slowly shut. She turned to be faced with Daniel's chest again. His unfamiliar scent enveloped her.Freya placed her hands between them, preventing her nose
"Hi, Freya. I'm Ben Walden, or you can call me Big Mouth. We had a gathering today, and Captain had a bit too much to drink. Sorry about that."Ben had a crew cut, as did Daniel. His skin was also tanned, and he had a tall, sturdy build. His expression was much softer than Daniel's, though."Oh, okay. Thanks. Come in," Freya said.Ben helped Daniel onto the couch and got ready to leave. "I'll get going now."Freya was about to get him a glass of water. When she heard that he was leaving, she walked him to the door. She didn't know him, anyway. "Thanks for bringing him back.""It's no big deal. You look prettier in person than in your photos, Freya," he said."Huh?" What photos?Ben didn't explain. All he said was, "My wife's waiting for me downstairs. See you next time."Freya looked at the shut door. He'd spoken to her with such respect that it made her feel weird. She was only 24 years old, yet he made her feel much older. Also, what photos had he been talking about?Freya
Freya looked at the name flashing on the screen—Harper York. She answered it and said, "Hi, Harper.""What are you up to, Fae?" Harper sounded affectionate. She was Freya's best friend."I'm just lying in bed. I'm not doing anything.""Looks like I'm coming at the right time, then." Harper's voice faded in and out of the phone.Freya sat up excitedly and cried, "Are you coming to Sureton City?"Yep.""Is it a business trip?""No. I'm being transferred back to headquarters." It would be a lot easier for Harper to meet Freya once she was back in Sureton City. She'd be closer to her family, too."Congratulations! This is good news for you and me both." Freya was delighted. She needed some soda to celebrate, so she headed to the fridge to rummage around while still on the phone.Daniel was no longer in the living room, but there was still a faint trace of alcohol in the air."When are you arriving? Have you already found a place to stay?" Freya asked."My flight will land at 1:0