Chapter 1038

Jonah was stunned when Marie and I entered his ward. He looked at me in disbelief, his usually quick-witted mouth stammering, "M-Ms. Nancy, w-what are you doing here?" "What's wrong? Can't I come?" I was still upset, and I wasn't holding back. I raised an eyebrow and gave him a half-smile. He panicked even more, his face turning red. "O-of course not—" "Really? I thought I shouldn't come. I thought I might be bothering you with my presence, Mr. Fernandez," I said before he could finish, a mocking smile curling my lips. "If that's the case, should I leave?" I was about to put down the thermos and walk away. Marie, clearly not expecting this response, frowned slightly and reached out to stop me. "Nance..." "Don't go!" He quickly grabbed my wrist, pulling me back with a frantic expression. He spoke urgently, trying to calm me. "If you're not allowed to come, no one else can. "Having such a beautiful girlfriend in front of me is such a pleasure. I'd love for you to be here. How cou