Ethan turned to Sophie with a gentle smile. "Sophie, I know you're incredibly skilled in medicine. Just focus on your work, and I'll support you no matter what."
Sophie replied calmly, "Just keep Franklin out of my way."
Franklin immediately flared up, his tone sharp. "Sophie, when have I ever bothered you? It's you who's trying to butter me up, and it's disgusting."
Ethan's expression darkened, his voice stern. "Franklin, you will not speak to Sophie like that."
Facing Ethan's cold stare, Franklin forced himself to rein in his temper. "Ethan, when I went home today, I offered Sophie a ride, but she refused."
Ethan raised an eyebrow, his tone even. "That's hardly a big deal. Why are you so worked up?"
Then he turned back to Sophie with a smile. "Sophie, you're free to refuse anyone.
