HIS CLUMSY NURSE

Book 20

CLARA'S POV

I snuck out of the table. His face was so terrifying.

"I'm sorry, sir. I—"

He glanced around, his embarrassment evident. Everyone was staring at him. God, he was furious.

"Please forgive me! I'm so sorry. I didn't mean to—" I stammered, but before I could finish, I bolted.

As I stepped outside, tears threatened to fall. My angel... I can't believe you hate me so much.

I'm so sorry. It's just me... I'm crazy.

I was already halfway down the street when I suddenly remembered something. My bag! I'd left it in the store. Oh no!

Why? Why do I have to go back there?

I ran back, and just as I reached the entrance, I collided with a tall figure, causing me to fall flat on the ground.

I looked up—and froze. It was him again.

He ran a hand through his hair, his expression dark and tense as he glanced away, trying to restrain himself.

I carefully knelt down. "I'm sorry, sir," I whispered.

He exhaled sharply. "I don't hit women. I don't hurt women. So I ignore you, so you won't push me. Not that I would even define you as a woman," he spat coldly. "Never show yourself to me again. If you do, God knows I won't restrain myself."

I nodded quickly and wiped my tears as he walked past me, his steps full of anger.

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Later that night, as I fell into bed, Ryan's secretary called me.

"Is this Nurse Clara?" she asked.

"Yes, ma'am," I replied.

"I've sent you Ryan's number. He'll be leaving tomorrow, and he wants to meet you at the airport back in Africa."

"Okay, ma'am. Thank you. Good night," I said politely before the call ended.

The second the line disconnected, I screamed happily and fell back onto my bed. Finally! I have Ryan's number!

I quickly sent a screenshot of it to Diana. Her response was a series of laughing texts, and she promised to help me pack.

By the time Diana arrived, I'd already brought out my bags.

"Muah!" I blew her a loud kiss as she walked into my room. She laughed as she flopped onto my bed.

"The day is finally here! I'm so happy for you," she said with a big smile, going through my things.

"What kept you?" I asked, teasing him her.

"Ethan. That reminds me, what about Tony?"

"He's fine. We're good friends; we chat all the time. He even congratulated me on being Ryan's nurse," I said with a smile.

She nodded knowingly. "I guess the news that he's still in love with his ex is true. He's a nice person, though. Some guys would just lead you on instead."

"I guess," I replied softly.

"Where's your sanitary towel?" she asked suddenly.

I handed them to her, and she packed them all.

"You know you have really bad cramps once in a while. I hope it doesn't happen during these three months, but if it does, tell your boss and take the week off. Your mom's not there to take care of you, so you have to manage yourself," she instructed. I nodded.

She packed my skincare products, then stuffed in some hot nightdresses she'd gifted me before.

"You said I should wear those when I get a boyfriend," I protested, laughing.

"You might meet someone in Africa. There are plenty of hot guys at that hospital! Just pack them—you never know," she replied, completely serious.

I couldn't stop laughing as she packed them with such determination.

She added my perfumes next.

"Always smell nice. Ryan is different from your imagination of him. He has zero tolerance for nonsense. He's a perfectionist, —he hates dirty places, disorganized people, and dull company. You need to stay neat and focused at all times, okay?"

"Okay," I said, absorbing her advice.

"And lastly, remember—Ryan is no longer just a celebrity crush. He's in front of you now. If you let this grow, it'll become real. you can't fall for him. He's engaged—to your bestie. Focus on your work," she said firmly.

I nodded.

She hugged me tight, tears brimming in her eyes. "I'm so proud of you!"

We hugged, showered together, and lay back in bed, holding each other like we used to.

"When I get a boyfriend, I'll post him everywhere—for all the nurses to see," I said, and she laughed

" you need to stop being scared of men first .... You never go on the blind dates I set " she whispered hugging me tight.

Ethan called her, and I snuggled closer, trying to eavesdrop.

RYAN'S POV

What a stressful and busy day.

I showered, ate, and headed to AGHC. Security had been tightened. I slipped inside, kissing Anna's forehead as she slept peacefully. I took her hand in mine.

"Anna, I'm so sorry for not realizing sooner that you were in danger," I whispered.

I brushed her hair back gently. "I really wanted to see you awake before I left, but I've postponed this trip too long. I'll have to wait until I get back."

I massaged her hair gently, tears brimming in my eyes.

"I love you," I said softly. I kissed her forehead deeply.

Then, to my shock, she smiled.

My eyes widened in disbelief.

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