She picked it up and walked over to Matthew, asking softly, “Why are you here?”


    Matthew’s taut expression eased at her gesture, although a hint of tension remained.


    “I came to keep youpany,” he said, pulling Ste into his embrace.


    Aware of what was on his mind, Ste quickly rified, “Dr.


    Barnes is my grandpa’s primary physician and also a good friend of mine.


    ”


    Still holding Ste tightly and remaining visibly pensive, Matthew said nothing.


    Ste had no choice but to address Farris.All content is property ? N?velDrama.Org.


    “Dr.


    Barnes, my grandpa’s test results haven’te in yet.


    Perhaps you should go to work.


    ”


    Though clearly reluctant, Farris knew he had no reason to linger around.


    “I’ll return when the results are avable,” he said before going out.


    Once the door closed, Ste heaved a sigh of relief.


    Only then did she notice that Matthew was dressed in a ck and gray suit, the one she had previously gifted to Maverick.


    Observing his still somber face, Ste couldn’t resist teasing, “Are you jealous?”


    Matthew averted his gaze, concealing the turmoil within.


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    “No, it’s just that I didn’t treat you well enough.


    ”


    That was why another man harbored unspoken intentions toward her.


    Ste felt a surge of happiness at Matthew’s disy of emotion.


    Jealousy and possessiveness only sprout when genuine affection was involved.


    She was about to articte her thoughts when a knock interrupted her.


    The nurse gently pushed the door open, announcing, “The patient’s examination isplete.


    ”


    Following her words, she wheeled Clint into the room.


    “Matthew?” Clint’s eyes widened in surprise.


    “What brings you here?”


    Seizing the handles of the wheelchair from the nurse, Matthew guided Clint into the room.


    “Well, you are like my grandfather.


    It’s my responsibility to look after you.


    ”