Sudden Collapse

I was momentarily at a loss for words. Tristan's tone seemed to carry an emotion I couldn't quite place.

After a brief pause, I managed a smile. "Dr. Beaumont, you're very capable, so it's only natural that the hospital values you. To thank you, I'll bring coffee for everyone in your office when I stop by this afternoon."

"This afternoon? The checkup needs to be done in the morning. What do you ne