The Cold Surgeon's Contract Bride novel Chapter 543

Lawrence Logan was the only one looking thoroughly displeased. The Iron Mask's promotion dreams had just gone up in smoke, so his sour mood was entirely expected. Still, Caspian was a renowned figure in the industry. Even though he had leapfrogged his way into the position, his clinical skills were undeniable. Lawrence forced a painfully stiff smile to maintain appearances.

It just looked more like a grimace.

The head nurse, on the other hand, was beaming. She leaned over and smoothly cut off Amber's fangirling whisper. "Don't get too excited just yet. If those two really start fighting over Selena, you better figure out whose side you're on."

Amber, who had been vibrating with excitement a second ago, was instantly paralyzed. She pressed her lips into a thin line, her hands twisting nervously in her lap until her knuckles turned white.

After struggling for a long moment, she countered, "Well, who are you picking?"

"I'm backing our own guy, obviously. Dr. Cross is gorgeous and brilliant, sure, but Leon is a known commodity. He's one of us. I prefer him," the head nurse answered without a second of hesitation, immediately tossing the grenade back to Amber. "Your turn. Who are you backing?"

Amber was utterly speechless.

I quickly stepped in to save her. "I'm not picking anyone, and neither of you are backing anyone. The only thing you guys should be helping me with is this mountain of paperwork."

The brief introductory meeting quickly wrapped up. Before everyone dispersed, Caspian casually made a request. "Since I just arrived and I'm not fully familiar with the layout, could Dr. Hayes give me a quick tour of the department?"

His gaze drifted right back to my face. Those captivating eyes were crinkled in amusement, filled with a lazy, teasing joy.

The intensity of it made my cheeks flush. Dr. Yates immediately smiled and agreed on my behalf. "Of course! You two already know each other, so she's the perfect choice. Selena, I'm leaving this task in your capable hands."

I stood up and nodded. As the meeting adjourned, I lingered behind. Once the room had cleared out, Caspian slowly walked over to me, his eyes curving into charming crescents.