Chapter 61

"Was that doctor from around here? He doesn't seem like someone from the local clinic," Alexander asked suddenly, breaking the silence. Clara paused, her fingers hovering over her phone screen. She glanced up at him, hesitating for a moment before replying. "A colleague recommended him." She kept her explanation brief. Clara didn't want to mention Ethan's involvement. His background wasn't simple, and she wasn't sure where Alexander came from or why he was here. Revealing too much could complicate things for Ethan, and she didn't want to risk that. Alexander raised a brow. "The guy who dropped you off the other night?" "No." Alexander's mind flashed back to the man who had picked her up Friday night. He'd only caught a glimpse of his profile, but something about him seemed vaguely familiar. He couldn't place a finger on it, though. Since Clara didn't seem inclined to elaborate, Alexander dropped the conversation. "Well, thank him for me." "I will," Clara replied