Axel grinned. Shes a beauty, alright! Debras eyes Lit up. Ah, that exins it! But tell me, in a guys mind, what matters more: a womans looks or her family background? Say, youre dating a stunner like Miss Green. But then a powerful woman confesses shes had her eye on you. Whos it going to be? Axell was taken aback. His heart was racing.


    Not one to miss a beat, he knew Debra was talking about herself.


    He also knew she had a thing for him.


    Debra was now pushing Axell to choose between her and Jessie.


    But Axel couldnt lie about it. After pondering, he said honestly, Debra, youre great, but I see us as friends. I think well make awesome friends.


    Surprisingly, Debra didnt get upset. She smiled, overthinking it, Axel! just need your help with the project.


    Axel breathed a sigh of relief at her response.


    With her hands behind her back, Debra asked, Ive got an exam tomorrow. Could you help me study tonight? Dinners on me!


    After some thought, Axell figured it wasnt a date, so why not?


    He agreed.


    They headed to a fancy French jointter. But as they arrived, Axell spotted the hospital director Joshua Barnes and his wife, along with a bunch of folks who seemed to be the his family and friends.


    Debra looped her arm through Axells, charmingly saying, Dad, look whos here! Axell, your favorite disciple! Hes gracing us with his presence tonight, so be nice! Joshua shot them a knowing nce at her words.


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    His wife Alissa stood up with a grin. Youre the talk of the town, Axel. Todays all about Debras birthday bash. Grab a seat and dig in! Axel caught on to the situation.


    But he yed dumb. Seriously? I had no clue. My bad for showing up empty-handed.


    Alissa reassured him with a smile, No worries. Your presence alone is a gift for Debra! For the sake of his career, Axell took a seat. The Barnes family banter revolved around Debras future hubby. Meanwhile, Debra didnt object and even help serve food for Axell.


    Axel felt ttered.


    After dinner, he offered Debra a ride home. In the car, he reiterated,


    Debra, Ive got a girlfriend. Im sorry.


    He stole a nce at her, and then added after a pause, Im really sorry about this.