Chapter 217

Terrified by Tyler's frenzied behavior, Nadine struggled frantically. She didn't want to have any physical contact with him. "Stop messing around, Tyler! Let go of me! I need to go to work now!" But Tyler refused to let go despite her desperate struggles. He even tightened his embrace, unwilling to let go even when her skin had reddened. "Nad, just let me hold you. I've been longing for this day for the past six years!" he pleaded, distress palpable in his tone. "Don't be so heartless, Nad." Nadine was unfazed nonetheless. As she continued struggling, she yelled, "Tyler, stop it! If you refuse to let go, I'll call for help!" She didn't harbor any feelings for him six years ago, nor did she have any now. Even if Brad didn't love her, she still couldn't bring herself to fall for another person. Tyler's grip on her grew tighter, and he even began dragging her toward a small room behind the changing area. The small room was filled with discarded patient gowns and was only cleaned