Chapter 44

Extra Case File 44 Cute Fellow

It was strange for Ash to notice that when he brought up this serious matter, Nonoka seemed not as carefree and clumsy as usual; instead, she started fidgeting. Her face flushed as she kept lowering her head and playing with her fingers, looking quite preoccupied.

“Hmm? Eh, Hahaha.” From Ash’s perspective, Nonoka, who somehow appeared dazed, broke into awkward laughter.

“You’re asking about this? Hahaha, the reason for this is…”

“Which is what?” Undeterred by Nonoka’s vague reply, Ash continued to probe earnestly.

“This is this, and that is that!”

Ash narrowed his eyes slightly, not really wanting to pry into her personal matters. He only found everything too suspicious…

To say this was another attempt to harm him didn’t fit. Her family was ordinary, so how could they harm him? Even if they were trying, the timing and motives couldn’t align. So then, why would she be embarrassed enough to conceal this?

Ash could understand many things, but he rarely picked up on certain private thoughts if they were subtle or unwanted.

“That said, Miss Nonoka,” Ash sighed lightly and tapped the table to draw her attention. “Apart from some things you can’t disclose, I’ve been very honest with you. I just hope you can be a little more open with me.”

“And the most important thing is, if you don’t clarify your position, no one will understand.”

“Guh…” With her chin drooping limply, Nonoka completely collapsed onto the table. It seemed Ash’s argument had struck a chord.

Even though Dr. Ash often joked around with me, now he forbids me from doing the same… How unfair.

Nonoka chose not to argue, knowing fully well she had no choice but to concede.

“I understand, I’ll tell you…”

Indeed, being overly inquisitive about a woman’s secrets can lead to dislike… though I don’t particularly dislike Doctor Ash.

The incident began when, at home, Nonoka carelessly mentioned the recent developments in their relationship. Following this, under the probing of her family, she confessed some details about their interactions. Eventually, they all agreed Nonoka should bring Ash over immediately to get her opinion.

It’s really not necessary to be this急