Chapter 669
She sighed helplessly and decided to persuade him instead, “Mister Charlie, could you please stop whatever it is that you’re trying to do? I really do have a husband and a daughter. Plus, I have no plans on taking in a pup. “Oh and, I broke the hairpin accidentally and I’ll compensate you for it when I have the money, I…”
“You’re lying, Meredith Leighton,” Charlie cut her off abruptly. “Sorry?”
“I’ve asked my friend to look you up and it says that you’re single and unmarried.” He then showed her the conversation thread on his phone with his friend. Looking at her relationship status that was shown on his phone, Meredith suddenly was at loss for words.
was
“I knew that you were lying to me… luckily I didn’t give in.” With a victory smile on his face, Charlie put away his phone.
What else could Meredith say to him? He would not believe her no matter what she said.
“I…” Meredith paused before going on, “my boyfriend and I are not married yet, but we are going to be.” It was clear that Charlie did not believe her. He even teased, “Alright then. I’ll give up only when you get married.”
“I can’t seem to get through to you at all.” Meredith stood up from her chair and said,” Whatever. Have a good rest.”
“Remember to get me breakfast tomorrow.”
Meredith came to stop in her steps. “Mister Charlie, I’ve transferred you to another department and you’re not my patient anymore. So, you should ask your family or friends to bring you instead.”
“I’ve just returned to the country and I don’t have many friends.”
“Well, that’s your problem.” Hesitating, Meredith then said, “And, please stop harassing me. I don’t want to lose my job.” Right then, Meredith’s phone rang
She checked her phone to see Josiah who was calling. A cold expression flickered across her face.
And Charlie caught the subtle expression. Inwardly, he thought to himself, ‘And you said that you’re happy with him…!
Meredith walked out of Charlie’s ward before answering Josiah’s call.
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