?Chapter 253:


    What really shocked Ruben was how fast it all happened. Just ten days ago, Cole couldn’t even look at Elliana. He had stormed out of the estate, refusing to share a room with her. But now, he couldn’t keep his hands to himself. And he wasn’t even trying to hide it. It seemed too bizarre.


    Ruben had once asked Cole to be nicer to Elliana. But this? This sudden lovesick act? It felt like watching a car crash in slow motion.


    “Ahem.” Ruben gave a dry cough twice to pull Cole back to earth. He was reminding Cole to dial it down. He had called them in to discuss Dr. Atkinson, not to witness a romantic drama.


    Cole looked at Ruben, calm and unbothered. He straightened up like nothing happened. Elliana, however, felt the heat. Her cheeks turned red, but the makeup masked most of it.


    Cole turned to Trinity, his voice even and cool. “Did Dr. Atkinson mention when he’sing to treat Barbara?”


    Trinity lit up, her smile flirty and full of sparkle. “He said he’ll drop by Ublento soon. He ns to talk with Professor Sampson and check on Barbara while he’s here.”


    “How soon is soon?” Ruben asked, worry creeping into his voice. He knew the Venacure pill Elliana had provided wouldn’t hold Barbara for long. If Dr. Atkinson dyed, Barbara mightnd back in the ICU. He needed answers—fast.


    Trinity replied, “It won’t be long. I gave him all of Barbara’s records. He said the timing’s under control. Barbara will be fine until he arrives. You can breathe easy.”


    Ruben finally let out a breath he’d been holding.


    Then, Trinity gave a soft, bashful smile. “Actually… The real reason Dr. Atkinson’sing? It’s me.”


    Elliana’s head snapped up, eyes sharp. She had been half-listening, but Trinity’s little spotlight moment pulled her in.


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    The others also perked up, curiosity shing across every face.


    “Trinity, spill it. What’s the real story?” Lance asked.


    Trinity cast a nce at Elliana—subtle, butced with smugness. Elliana saw it for what it was.


    This time, Elliana yed along. With a sweet grin, she said, “Come on, Miss Craig, don’t keep us hanging. I’m all ears.”


    Trinity gave a lightugh. “I get it, Elliana. You’ve got a thing for medicine, so you’re curious.” She turned her attention to the group, eyes gleaming. “Meeting Dr. Atkinson was pure luck. But we clicked. He was so impressed that he asked to take me on as his protégé.”


    “No way! Dr. Atkinson picked Trinity as a protégé?”


    “She’s amazing!”


    “Trinity’s always stood out, but now she’s glowing.”


    “If she’s his protégé, getting his help next time will be a breeze!” The admiration in the room was thick. Even Ruben looked stunned. “Wait, Trinity… You’re really bing his protégé?” he asked.


    Trinity nodded proudly. “Yep. He wasn’t even nning toe to Ublento. But now? He’s making the trip just to host a mentorship event for me. He’ll stay for a few days.”


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