He was still watching the two interact like he was the odd man out. He felt insecure as he failed to relate to what they were talking about.
"I think it will be better if you hold her hands." Sebastian looked at Marcus, instructing him to stand closer to the patient. "Now, you just have to be brave and trust me." The doctor then turned to Jacky, who was sitting on the bed.
He could already see the anxiousness on her face as the nurse entered the cubicle, carrying the tray that he would use for the mild procedure.
"Hey, come on, relax. I am here. I am not leaving your side." Marcus finally took that as his cue to take control of the situation. He was not standing by and allowing the doctor to believe he knew his girlfriend more than he did.
However, he was surprised to see her face suddenly turn pale as she stared at the tray on the other side of the bed. Finally, he understood that her fear was not superficial but authentic.
