Since Preston was close with Jennifer, he didn't plan to reprimand her for being late. However, Hailey couldn't resist taking a jab.She sneered, "Dr. Susan, do you know how influential the patient for this afternoon's surgery is? How dare you be late for this meeting? Are you planning to have the department take the fall with you if anything goes wrong?"Jennifer calmly sat down and retorted, "Dr. Brooks, are you the lead surgeon for this afternoon's surgery? If you're not, what use is it if you show up on time for the meeting? Since I'm the lead surgeon, I get to have a say! I don't need you to take responsibility if anything goes wrong. I'll handle it myself."Hailey paled and huffed. "Dr. Susan, I advise you not to be so arrogant. You know what they say; you can never be too sure. Be careful you don't end up in a dead end!"Preston snapped, "Both of you, enough!"Jennifer and Hailey were fighting as if Preston wasn't in the room. Only after he raised his voice did they stop.
However, Jennifer didn't notice Madison was hiding around the corner, staring at her with a sinister look. She felt ignored by Jennifer's team. Since everyone was focused on the surgery for the afternoon, she quietly slipped out of the meeting room.…Half an hour later, Jennifer finished discussing the surgery with her team.She smiled. "Thank you all for your cooperation. Let's grab some lunch. Let's work together to ensure a smooth surgery."It was almost 1:00 pm by the time Jennifer returned to her office. She planned to have a quick lunch to boost her energy before the surgery.As soon as she entered her office, her phone started buzzing. Jennifer took out her phone and remembered she had connected it to the camera via Bluetooth earlier in the morning. The camera must have detected something unusual.Jennifer thought Hailey had sneaked into her office again. After grabbing her lunchbox, she checked the surveillance video, intending to watch while eating.What she saw next m
Madison decided to beat around the bush. "Aren't you interested in beating Jennifer?"Hailey had always thought of Jennifer as a thorn in her side. Since the opportunity arose, she wouldn't let it slip by. "Is it money you're after? Or something else?"Madison gave it a thought. "I want one million dollars. Also, a secure job offer in the future, how does that sound?"Hailey sucked in a deep breath. She hadn't expected Madison to be so bold. Madison continued, "If Jennifer is out of the way, you'll become the best cardiac surgeon here. Surely you'll have the authority to keep me in the department then, right?"Hailey desperately wanted to get rid of Jennifer. Now that the chance was presented, she wouldn't pass it up. So, she nodded. "Fine, tell me your plan. If it works, I can give you the money and help with your job too."With that, Madison approached Hailey and whispered, "I've already drugged Jennifer's food. It's a hallucinogen, and it'll take effect in about two hours. Co
When the surgery began, Hailey waited in the operating room, eager for Jennifer to collapse so she could take over the surgery. However, as time passed, Jennifer and her team worked together seamlessly.Hailey grew anxious. Jennifer didn't seem like she took hallucinogens. Not only was she calm and composed, but her work was steady as they operated on the patient. As they reached the most critical stage of the procedure, Jennifer remained in control at the operating table.Madison was furious. Did Madison trick her?In the end, Jennifer stitched up the chest wound, having finished the surgery flawlessly. There were no mistakes or flaws. Hailey clenched her fists as she listened to the nurses and doctors around her praise Jennifer.After the surgery, Jennifer finally turned to the sweating Hailey and hummed meaningfully. "Dr. Brooks, I wasn't nervous while performing the surgery. But why are you sweating buckets? Is it too hot in here, or are you nervous?"What could Hailey say? Sh
"You still dare to talk back?" Hailey slapped Madison again and angrily recounted everything that had happened during the surgery. She trembled with rage and clenched her teeth. "Do you know what happened earlier? I was humiliated in front of everyone because of you! And Jennifer? She completed the surgery smoothly. I bet she'll even become the department head by tomorrow!"Madison was stunned and shook her head in disbelief. "No! How could this happen? I clearly... Did she know about it from the start?"Just as she finished speaking, Jennifer pushed the door open and walked in with a stern expression. Both Hailey and Madison were shocked, panic spreading across their faces. Especially Madison. Her mind went blank as she realized she had just offended two major figures in the cardiac surgery department. What should she do now?Jennifer looked at them. "Was this your idea? Or... yours?"Hailey immediately denied, "What are you talking about? I don't understand a word."Madison qu
Madison never expected to lose to Jennifer again. At that moment, all she could do was beg for mercy, hoping to avoid being sent to prison by Jennifer.However, Jennifer showed no hesitation this time. "If an apology could fix everything, we wouldn't need law enforcers, right? Don't bother. I've already called the police. The evidence is in their hands. Everyone must pay the price for their actions. Don't you agree, Dr. Brooks?"Hailey's heart raced. She hadn't expected Jennifer to act so decisively. Fortunately, she hadn't conspired with Madison. Otherwise, Jennifer might have destroyed her too. Hailey was angry at Madison for dragging her into this mess. Not only had she failed to gain anything, but she also ended up humiliated.So, she agreed, "You're absolutely right, Dr. Susan. A scheming brat like her deserves to learn a hard lesson. We can't show any mercy."With that, Madison collapsed to the ground with a blank look. Soon after, the police arrived and took Madison away. Th
"Thank you, kind miss! It's rare to find a good teacher like you!" Herta was incredibly grateful. She added, "By the way, how is Madison doing at school? She hasn't been causing you any trouble, has she?"Jennifer hesitated. She watched as Maya started cooking after returning home. The young girl was likely malnourished and barely taller than the stove. Jennifer glanced at Herta, who appeared to be only in her 40s yet her hair was streaked with white and face worn with age.For a moment, Jennifer found herself at a loss for words. Sensing her silence, Herta continued, "Madison has always been a good student. If only she hadn't been born into our family. Someone as talented as her shouldn't have to work as a maid. It's such a shame. I divorced her father long ago, and with me being blind, she had to take care of her sister and me from a young age. Thankfully, she met a kind teacher willing to sponsor her education. I... I don't know how to thank you enough."By the end, Herta was s
Jennifer quickly stopped Maxwell. "I haven't finished! I went to Madison's house earlier. Initially, I was thinking the same as you. I wanted her to regret everything and face the consequences. But when I got to her home and saw her blind mother and her innocent younger sister, I…"Maxwell finished her sentence. "You pitied her."Jennifer sighed and nodded. "Madison's mother and sister are really pitiful. How will they survive if she ends up in prison?"Maxwell snorted. "How could a mother like that raise such a devious and greedy daughter!""Madison's parents divorced when she was very young. Her mother is blind, has no job, and no education. How could she raise her properly?" Jennifer said softly. "I think Madison has learned her lesson through this. I don't plan to press charges further, but I'm not going to let her get off that easily either."Maxwell shook his head and pulled her into his arms. "I'm not sure whether I should be relieved or worried. You're too kind. Won't that