Emilia’s POVI stopped in my tracks. It was Adrienne.Did he recognize me? Does he suspect something fishy? For a second, my heartbeat increased.He moved closer.“Doctor Emilia, it's good to finally meet you,” he said with a faint smile on his lips.“It's good to finally meet you too, Doctor Adrienne,” I replied, despite the way my hands were trembling inside my lab coat.He stretched out his hand for a handshake, but I only stared at him. I couldn't shake him.“I am in a hurry, doctor,” I said, before sprinting out of his presence.I stopped at a corner, trying to catch my breath. The fuck? He doesn't recognize me, right? Why does it feel like he does?Why is he even here? It should be anyone in the world but him.I coordinated myself; straightening my sleeves, and adjusting my stethoscope.I remembered the little girl I gave medications to, and I quickly went to check on her.I was right on time, she was just regaining consciousness. She rubbed her eyes tiredly, and she looked arou
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