Chapter 1479
Sophie knew this day was bound to roll around eventually, it was just a matter of time. Colby's words were really
just to reassure himself more than anything. If that day did cand they couldn't do anything about it, they'd
be left vulnerable, at the mercy of others. Colby clasped Sophie's hand, their fingers intertwining as if he was
passing sof his strength to her. "Even if the future's uncertain, I'll be right there with you. No need to worry."
"I know, no matter what comes our way, you'll always be by my side."
Just then, a coughing fit interrupted their moment. They turned to see William standing awkwardly in the
doorway, having turned up without them noticing.
"The door was open, so | thought I'd wait in here," William said, trying to play it off.
Sophie was taken aback. "How did you get in?"
"Well, we're overseas, right? This is kind of my turf. Everyone here knows me, so they letin, especially since
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtit's your check-up day. Colby and | had set a time, so they didn't stop me."
With that, William strolled in, lugging a large medical kit. Sophie frowned, "I'm almost healed!"
"still, a follow-up is important."
"And remember we talked about the scar removal surgery? | need to check how you're healing." Sophie had only
casually mentioned it to Colby yesterday. True to form, Colby had taken it seriously.
"| didn't really decide on the scar removal, honestly..."
"Con, a girl's gotta take care of herself. Scar removal is a must."
William was now standing in front of Sophie, glasses perched on his nose, and casually said, "Alright, let's see."
"SEE"
Sophie didn't think anything
indecent, but she shot a glance at Colby, feeling the situation get awkward. The last tWilliam had performed
surgery on her, it was an urgent case. She had only exposed a shoulder then, and William, as the surgeon, had
to act without worrying about modesty.
But now, it felt a bit much to undress in front of a man when she was fully aware.
"Let me..."
Before Colby could finish, William cut in, a bit annoyed, "Are you a doctor? You think you can handle this?"
With that, William tried to nudge
Colby out, saying, "I've seen plenty of
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women. No way am
taking advantage of Sophie! Let me
do my job!"
Despite William's attempts, Colby stood firm at the doorframe. "Really, you askedhere to check on Sophie,
and now you won't let me?" "Colby, it's fine. William's a doctor, and it's nothing inappropriate. If you're worried,
just stay and watch." "Well, I..."
"No need for that! | prefer working without an audience," William insisted, closing the door in Colby's face.
Colby had sbasic first aid
knowledge from his missions, but he knew he couldn't compete with William's expertise or risk handling Sophie's
injuries himself.
So, he stayed put outside, respecting Sophie's comfort and leaving it to the professional.