Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 1188

It felt to Tiana like she had fallen into a vast, unfamiliar net—one she had never experienced before. She was sinking, drifting, wanting to break free. Yet, she was addicted to the thrill of it all.

All these conflicting emotions passed through her in the blink of an eye, though they were layered and complex.

Meanwhile, Andrew was completely unaware of the chaotic thoughts swirling inside her. To him, this was just another straightforward medical procedure. He was careful and respectful. He only touched what he had to, avoiding sensitive areas entirely.

As a doctor, Andrew had no sense of guilt about what he was doing. Illness knew no gender; treatment was treatment. That was how he saw it.

Whether others saw it the same way was not his concern.

He calmly explained, "Stimulating your pressure points with needles and smoothing the meridians with massage helped your condition today.

"But in the end, to restore proper balance, you'll still need a medicinal remedy to regulate the five organ systems. I'll send the prescription to Lauren. She can have the herbs prepared for you."

As he spoke, Andrew removed the needle and straightened her robe neatly.

Just like that, the treatment was over.

Tiana slowly sat up from the bed, her face burning with shame. Without warning, she slapped Andrew.

"You little bastard!" she growled through clenched teeth. "You had the nerve to disrespect your future mother-in-law—groping and getting handsy like some pervert!"

Andrew caught her wrist effortlessly and stepped back, his expression calm and detached. "Mrs. Rhodes, I don't follow. First of all, I was treating you, not taking advantage of you.