Chapter 9
After waiting in the ward for what felt like an eternity, Olivia finally stepped out and discovered Eric and Ashley having a cozy chat in the office. Trying to keep her cool, she just walked inside, grabbed his arm, and signaled it was time for the checkup. Her voice cracked with emotion.
Once Olivia’s exam results were in and Ashley checked them out, she finalized the surgery plan swiftly. Noah and other doctors praised her, expressing confidence that with Alice on board, the surgery would be smooth sailing.
But Olivia hesitated, feeling a bit scared. She clutched Eric’s arm tight. “Eric, I don’t want Dr. Garcia to operate on
With a slight frown, Eric comforted her, saying, “Don’t worry. You’re in good hands.”
Olivia persisted, “Can’t you see? Dr. Garcia has it out for me. What if she messes up the surgery on purpose!”
me.”
The others exchanged nervous glances, concerned that Olivia’s words might upset Ashley and push away the talent they finally nabbed.
Noah quickly
intervened ‘Dr. Garcia, don’t take it to heart. Ms. Garcia didn’t intend her words”
Ashley simply shrugged it off with a smile. “No problem. She’s right. I do have some issues with her.”
The others were floored, breaking out in a cold sweat at her brutal honesty.
But then Ashley’s tone shifted. “Listen, I might not be her biggest fan, but I can keep it professional. If Ms. Garcia is still unsure, you can leave. I’ve got stuff to do and no time for drama.”
Olivia’s face twisted with anger, and she shot up from her seat. “Your” she exclaimed, clutching her chest with a pained expression. “Eric, I’m freaking out, like I can’t breathe properly
Eric rushed to her side, his brow furrowing, snapping at Ashley, “Is this how you act as a doctor?”
But Ashley just sneered, arms crossed, watching Olivia’s dramatics with contempt. “Ms. Garcia, I don’t think you quite get your condition. Even if it flares up, it would simply result in insufficient blood flow, feeling lightheaded, and weak limbs. Having trouble breathing, well, it sounds either made–up or in your head.”
Olivia was shocked by the slap, feeling embarrassed under everyone’s stare. She stomped her foot in frustration. I really can’t breathe! Are y one in pain? Do you know how much I’m suffering
“But as far as I can tell, you look alright now. Whether you want treatment or not, don’t waste my time down the road, Ashley retorted.
you the
In the hospital garden, Chloe frowned, clutching a lunch box. “Ryan, have you found Joyce? It’s almost noon. Mommy must be starving.
She and Ryan had planned to surprise Ashley by bringing her lunch. However, when they brought Joyce along, they accidentally let go of her leash. and Joyce ran away.
Ryan sprawled out on the grass, his tiny butt sticking up as he proudly announced, “Got Joyce and got the leash!” As he finally coaxed Joyce out and took a step back, he accidentally bumped into someone. Lifting his head, he locked eyes with Eric, his lips pressed tight as he icily muttered, “It’s
you,
