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Vincent observed Scarlett\u2019s visible frustration over the failed divorce procedure, and an unexpected thought surfaced in his mind.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Finished\u00a0<\/p>\n
This was the same Scarlett who had once loved him so deeply, yet now she was suddenly asking for a divorce. When he had questioned her, she denied it had anything to do with Damian.\u00a0<\/p>\n
But if there was no reason at all, why would she bring it up now, especially when everything between them had seemed\u2026 fine?\u00a0<\/p>\n
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That afternoon, just before Scarlett\u2019s shift ended, Nolan appeared at the hospital.\u00a0<\/p>\n
His arrival stirred a wave of excitement among the nurses in the department. They watched him, faces cupped in their hands, completely captivated.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Nolan offered them a polite smile before heading to the doctor\u2019s office to find Scarlett.\u00a0<\/p>\n
She had just finished her work and stood up as he entered. \u201cNolan.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Nolan naturally took her bag and said softly, \u201cShall we get dinner?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett hesitated briefly before nodding. \u201cOkay, my treat.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Nolan didn\u2019t object, simply watching her with a quiet smile.\u00a0<\/p>\n
At the restaurant, Nolan handed the menu to Scarlett. \u201cYou order.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
She had just selected two dishes when she heard approaching footsteps. Glancing up instinctively, she saw Vincent and Sabrina walking in side by side, Sabrina holding lightly onto\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent\u2019s arm.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Tonight\u2019s encounter was no coincidence-Sabrina had planned it.\u00a0<\/p>\n
She still hadn\u2019t finalized her doctoral research topic. Although Vincent had connected her with several renowned mentors, none of their suggested topics had worked out.\u00a0<\/p>\n
If she proceeded with a flawed direction, the research would be invalid, forcing her to start over\u00a0<\/p>\n
-a delay that could jeopardize her graduation.\u00a0<\/p>\n
So, she still hoped to consult Nolan.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Even though he had rebuffed her before, Sabrina wondered if his harshness that day had been because of Daniel. After all, back in their university days, many had said Nolan had feelings for\u00a0<\/p>\n
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her.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Finished\u00a0<\/p>\n
Reflecting on it now, perhaps it was true. Maybe he had simply been upset seeing her with Daniel.\u00a0<\/p>\n
That was why she had asked Vincent to accompany her today.\u00a0<\/p>\n
As they approached the table, Sabrina greeted Nolan with a bright smile. \u201cNolan!\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Nolan looked up, his expression neutral. \u201cHmm.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Encouraged that he had acknowledged her, Sabrina adopted a humble tone. \u201cThere are a few questions I\u2019d like to ask for your advice, Nolan.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent stood silently beside Sabrina the entire time. Though he didn\u2019t speak, his alone made it clear he was there to support her.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett\u2019s grip on the menu tightened almost imperceptibly.\u00a0<\/p>\n
presence\u00a0<\/p>\n
This was the same issue Nolan had already refused to help with once. She hadn\u2019t expected Sabrina to bring it up again.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Nolan looked steadily at Sabrina, his face impassive. \u201cIf this is about your research topic, I\u2019m afraid I can\u2019t assist you. Selecting a topic is the very first step of a PhD. If you need help with that, it suggests you may not be suited for medical research. In my opinion, it might be better to reconsider your path early on.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
His words were blunt-perhaps truthful, but to Sabrina, they were unacceptable. Being spoken to like this in front of Vincent made her feel utterly humiliated, her face flushing deeply.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Before Sabrina could even tear up, Vincent\u2019s expression darkened. \u201cMr. Huntley, Sabrina only said she wanted your advice. She didn\u2019t even specify it was about her research. Your arrogance is uncalled for. Those who stand too high don\u2019t always see farther-sometimes, they just have further to fall.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent\u2019s tone carried a clear threat, both overt and implied.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Hearing this, Scarlett grew concerned that Nolan might be drawn into conflict. She stood and said to him, \u201cNolan, let\u2019s eat somewhere else.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent watched her movement, his cold, proud eyes narrowing as he assessed the situation. Another suspicion took root in his mind.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Was Scarlett\u2019s rush to divorce not because of Damian, but because of Nolan?\u00a0<\/p>\n
These past few days, he had repeatedly tried to uncover her motives, but he truly couldn\u2019t pinpoint who or what-was behind it.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Finished\u00a0<\/p>\n
As Nolan stood, his calm gaze settled on Vincent. \u201cSince Mr. Stewart claims it\u2019s not about the research topic, then I have even less reason to stay.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
With that, he gently took Scarlett\u2019s arm and led her out of the restaurant.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Sabrina watched Nolan\u2019s retreating figure, her eyes reddening.\u00a0<\/p>\n
She couldn\u2019t help but wonder-was Nolan\u2019s coldness toward her because of Scarlett? But how could that be?\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent turned to Sabrina, sensing her embarrassment. He reached out and gently touched her cheek, his voice tender. \u201cIt\u2019s alright. I\u2019ll help you sort out the research topic.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Hearing this, Sabrina felt even more wronged. \u201cVincent, I\u2019m sorry. I\u2019m just\u2026 not clever enough.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent drew her into a comforting hug, patting her back gently. \u201cDon\u2019t say that. You\u2019re very smart.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Sabrina rested her face against Vincent\u2019s chest, gradually feeling soothed.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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