When they arrived at the restaurant, Hannah quickly pulled her hand away and tried acting as casually as possible, although she was uncomfortable with Ashton's demeanor.

They sat across from each other, where Ashton promptly suggested some of the restaurant's best dishes. Hannah just followed Ashton's recommendations.

"So, what did you want to talk to me about?" Ashton asked.

"The financial report, Doc." Hannah cleared her throat quietly. "After reviewing it, I found that the clinic's expenses are higher than its income. Even though we have a lot of patients, the cost of treatments and the medicine we provide..."

Ashton rested his chin on one hand, staring intently at Hannah...