He remained visibly upset and ignored his presence.

A sigh escaped Alick's Lips.

He couldn't simply Leave Forrest be.

While Forrest possessed medical expertise, he was utterly clueless in matters of business and foolish when it came to affairs of the heart. Nonetheless, they were friends.

No matter how clueless Alick might be, he couldn't allow Forrest to be deceived by others.

As Alick settled into the car, he sent Forrest a message that read, “Win her over with your affection.”

He merely wished for Forrest to tell a white lie.

He was counting on Forrest's understanding.

His cell phone rang. Forrest pulled it out and looked at it.

He looked at Alick after noticing his name on the screen.

Alick had already set the wheels in motion and was gone.

“Forrest, what has caught your attention?" Divya inquired, observing Forrest's gaze fixed on his phone and then on Alick's departing car. Divya's voice brought Forrest back to the present.

He Looked at Divya intently.

At that moment, he comprehended Alick's words.

Even in his current state of anger, a newfound tenderness blossomed within him. "I apologize if my mood has soured today. Did I startle you?"

Divya was momentarily rendered speechless.

She struggled to find the right words to convey her thoughts.

Her intention had been to explain herself to Forrest.

But he took the first step.

“Not at all. I understand your emotions," Divya replied, her head bowed.

She wanted to hide her true feelings.

She genuinely did not grasp Forrest.

During their time together, she had come to understand Forrest's straightforward nature. He wore his heart on his sleeve and spoke his mind freely.

He was a paragon of candor.

“When Laura went missing, my thoughts ran amok. In hindsight, I believe