Chapter 121

Quentin snapped, "We don't need it!"

Then, he slammed the door shut.

The family physician was startled. How could John's friend be so rude?

At a loss, he called John. "Mr. Xenos, it appears that Ms. Xanthos doesn't need my services." Even if he didn't treat Noelle, he had to let John know.

The latter fell silent for a moment before he realized what was going on. Quentin would never allow his doctor to treat Noelle. "You can head back now."

Suppressing his anger, he called Noelle. She picked up the phone from her nightstand and answered it. John's voice was gentle yet laced with concern. "How're you feeling now? Are you feeling better?"

Noelle responded apologetically, "I feel much better now, Jo." She felt embarrassed for making him worry so much about her.

"That's good to know," John responded. He hesitated for a moment, as if he wanted to say something, but ultimately didn't. "Get some rest."

"I will." After hanging up the phone, Noelle looked up and noticed Quentin standi