No More Waiting, She Chooses Love novel Chapter 284

‘Just saying it now would only be ironic,’ I muttered.

"I know," I paused before adding, "I'm not a kid anymore."

Conrad got the hint, offering a wry smile. "I guess I'm overthinking things."

I remained silent, and Conrad advised, "Focus when you're walking. Don't get distracted."

I hummed in response, the image of him covered in blood from my nightmare the night before flashing before my eyes.

Then, he was in the hospital again, causing my heart to skip a beat instinctively. "What are you doing here?" I couldn't help but ask.

He moved his lips but said nothing.

"You're not... feeling well?" I trailed off, not finishing my question, as I heard someone calling him from a distance, "Rad, hurry up!"

It was Haley.

Conrad's tall frame blocked my view so I couldn't see her, but I could instantly recognize her voice.

At that moment, I understood why he was there.

He wasn't sick. He was just there to keep Haley company. Probably, it was for a prenatal check-up.

And there I was, worrying about him over a silly dream. How ridiculous.

Conrad's expression stiffened at Haley's call, and I couldn't help but smirk mockingly, "Mr. Wagner, you better attend to your matters."

With that, I turned and walked away. However, no sooner had I gotten into my car than my phone buzzed with a message.

I checked it and found a message from Haley. [Felicia, since you and Rad are no longer together, I hope you can keep your distance from him.]

Just as I was about to hang up, Ernest added, "I won't keep you waiting for long."

I was speechless.

True to his word, Ernest returned by seven. Remembering his promise over the phone, I clarified, "I wanted to talk to you about Susie. Her surgery can go ahead, and we've secured a heart donor."

He wasn't surprised but just hummed in acknowledgment.

I was annoyed by his lack of enthusiasm. After going through so much trouble to get Professor Yates for the surgery, he seemed indifferent, as if I was meddling unnecessarily.

I was about to express my frustration when Ernest suddenly closed the distance between us, scooping me up in his arms.

"Ernest, what are... mmm..."

His lips silenced mine, kissing me passionately as he carried me toward the bedroom.