The rumors started spreading like wildfire through the clinic.
By Monday, the nurses were whispering in the break room. “Have you noticed Dr. Reed lately? He’s been smiling way too much.” “He canceled two appointments last week with no explanation.” “And did you see how he looked at that young patient Sophia the other day?”
Nurse Linda, the biggest gossip in the clinic, was especially suspicious. She had almost walked in on them before, and now she was paying extra close attention. Every time Sophia came in, Linda watched her like a hawk.
Sophia felt the pressure mounting. She tried to act normal during her visits, but her heart raced every time she passed Reed in the hallway. Their secret texts didn’t help either.
Reed: I can’t stop thinking about f*****g you in my car.
Sophia: Stop,
