Chapter 22. Personal Matters

Emily's POV

I felt my cheeks flush at the doctor's words, but I simply nodded and didn't say a word. I was determined to help in any way I could but this felt a bit weird because I'd barely known who he was. I hoped he wouldn't rush things and instead take things slowly.

"We'll do whatever it takes to help him." I said firmly, eliciting a smile from Meyer who nodded and smiled approvingly.

"It's Important to proceed with what feels right for both of you. There's no rush. Take things one step at a time and see what works best for you both, alright?" He said. I nodded, releasing the breath I'd been holding since he suggested sex.

Hearing him say that had a wave of awkwardness rush over me. The idea of such intimate contact with Berton, who I barely knew made my heart race and my cheeks flush and anytime I remembered that, I bent my face to avoid letting him know how I felt. I shifted uncomfortably