~~ At City Hospital ~~
Benedict strolled into the bustling halls of K Hospital, catching sight of Peony engrossed in her notebook, her brow furrowed in concentration. As he approached her, the hushed whispers of the nurses echoed around him, their recent encounter still fresh in their minds.
Without a word, Benedict quietly closed the gap between them, a gentle smile playing on his lips. He leaned in, almost imperceptibly, trying to catch a glimpse of her notebook that had her attention.
As Benedict leaned in, Peony, sensing his presence, swiftly shut her notebook, causing her to abruptly stand up, accidentally knocking her forehead against his chin.
"Ouch!" Peony winced, rubbing her sore forehead.
Benedict couldn't help but grin, a playful twinkle in his eye. "What a hard skull you have," he teased, rubbing his chin, his smile widening.