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Yrian’s widened in disbelief, his face streaked with ears. He might have been young and naive, but even he could feel the rejection from everyone around him.
In the hospital room, a nurse was unable to bear the tension any longer. After she finished changing his IV drip, she quickly stepped out and ran into Xylia.
“Dr. Watson, that kid is very troublesome, the nurse mattered with a sigh. She picked up her belongings and walked away.
Xylia barely spared a glance inside the room before turning to leave. Unexpectedly, Yrian suddenly lifted his head and called out desperately. “Mom!”
Her footsteps faltered, and a sharp ache bloomed in her chest. Memories of her son’s past resentment. toward her rushed to the surface, but a mother was always a mother. When her child was sad, her heart would ache for them in return. She even considered stepping inside to help her biological child.
Then, his next words followed, “Hurry up and get rid of this woman! Tell Dad to get a new wife! Also, I want you to cook the delicious food for me!” It was still the same commanding tone. Nothing had changed.
Ruby had also noticed Xylia’s presence. Her eyes glittered with malice. “Xylia, remember, you already took the money. Yrian’s affairs have nothing to do with you anymore. If you want him back, you have to return every single cent to me.”
After saying that, she purposely delivered a few sharp slaps across Yrian’s face before Xylia, leaving the child’s previously delicate face bruised and puffy.
Xylia spoke indifferently. “Do whatever you want. Just remember, hitting a child is against the law.”
“Whatever. He’s the Castros‘ child, and I’m Mrs. Castro now. If I want to hit him, I will.” She didn’t hold. back in the slightest.
Xylia said nothing more. She just turned and left.
“Ungrateful bitch! You married into the Castros for money, and now that you’ve got it, you’re abandoning your son!”
Ruby was so angry, and her hand hit Yrian repeatedly. When she found out that the kid had passed out. she barely spared him a glance. Seeing that the IV was still in place and that the boy was still breathing, she Jost interest and went back to her phone, scrolling through social media while idly scratching an itch at a certain part of her body.
Expensive ointment had been applied there, yet the discomfort hadn’t gone away Jayden had the same issue. It had been far too long since they shared a bed.
She knew things couldn’t continue like this. As of now, she had no choice but to wait for things to improve in that area.
Meanwhile, Xylia had made her way to her office. She had only planned to grab a few documents, but she didn’t expect her desk to be turned over in a mess.
Her complexion sank. When she opened the drawers, he noticed that many documents were missing. Even a few cigarette butts were littering the floor, and the acrid scent of smoke still clung to the air.
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Nylia pulled up the surveillance footage and took a look. As expected, numerous people had entered her office. Many of them were recognized faces from the research institute, chatting and digging through her
things.
“That woman owns a rare original copy! No way she got that through proper means. She’s probably just showing off. I bet she doesn’t understand this thing”
“She’s just a little girl who can’t do anything. These pa few days, she hasn’t even dared to show up when we were not around.”
“Hahaha, well, she’s good in bed, isn’t she? This chair got great back support. I wonder if she’s been in heat here.”
The arrogant façades they maintained in public had completely crumbled in private, replaced by vile and degrading remarks. Every extra second of their conversation felt like an assault on the ears.
Nyla’s expression remained cold as she watched them violate her space. Without hesitation, she clipped the footage and sent it directly to the hospital director
Dr. Robinett: They were just retrieving some documents from your office. They’re senior figures in the feld. If they accidentally touched something, just let it go. If there’s any damage, the hospital will
compensate you.
Dr. Robinett: As for that rare original copy, I already knew about it. Once that senior finishes reading it he’ll return it to you. Don’t be too stingy.
Xylia let out a sharp, humorless laugh.
Xylta. Have them come over and apologize to me inmediately. I want all my things returned or I’ll file a police report and upload their remarks online.
The other side went silent for a long time. Just as Xylia was about to dial 110 herself, her phone finally li up with a response.
Dr. Robinett: Don’t go too far. These are esteemed figures in the medical field. You’re just a juntor. If you force them to apologize, how do you expect to survive in this industry?”
Xyla: So your answer is no, Dr. Robinett? Alright, I’ll call the police
Dr. Robinett No! Don’t do that! Fine. I’ll call them right away.”
Xylia. I will only wait for ten minutes.
Dr. Robiner Xylia, why are you acting like this? Do you think you are still the young lady of the Watsons? Is this how you talk to me? It’s hard for me to guarantee your future path with this attitude
She didn’t reply. She just attached a screenshot of a ten–minute countdown timer,
Perhaps the fear of a public scandal truly rattled them because within minutes, the group stormed into her office, their expressions dark as soot.
“So, you’re Xyla. It’s the central hospital’s misfortune to have a doctor like you. You’re childish and have a nasty temper.
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The man who had taken her rare copy spoke first before he threw the book to the floor in anger.
Xylia picked it up and checked it carefully. “Well, at least there’s no damage. It just stinks.”
After saying that, she tossed it into the trash bin.
The room fell into stunned silence.
“What the hell are you doing?!”
“That’s a rare original left behind by Hippocrates! You couldn’t buy that even if you had the money!”
“Idiot! You’re wasting something so valuable! This is why women shouldn’t be educated!”
“Hurry up and pick it up for me! If you don’t want it. I take it!”
“No way! She has to get on her knees and apologize! I’ve never seen such a shameless doctor in my life!”
The accusations flew at Xylia as if she had committed something heinous.
She let out a sharp laugh.
“Oh, this was a rare édition, but just a replica What’s the problem with me throwing it away?”
“Impossible! The craftsmanship is too perfect, and Hippocrates’s original works have practically disappeared” Several middle–aged doctors blurted out in disbelief.
“Of course, it’s possible, because I own the real one. I had a replica custom–made to avoid damaging the original. So I’m fine to throw it away. Xylia’s gaze swept over them as she sneered, “Aren’t you meant to be knowledgeable? Why can’t you tell the difference between a genuine book and a replica?”
Now, their faces darkened. Each of them had handled that book, convinced of its authenticity.
The tension in the air was cut by hurried footsteps. A moment later, Greg burst in, panting heavily, beads of sweat rolling down his forehead. He must have rushed here in a panic.
“Xylia, that’s enough. I had to drop everything and rush here from the branch hospital because of you. Do you have any idea how much of my time you’ve wasted?”
Then, he was busy apologizing to the others. “I apologize. I failed to manage my staff properly. She used to he a spoiled young lady from a wealthy family. She’s used to being arrogant. I didn’t want things to escalate, so I had to trouble you all to come here. Please let’s just move on from this incident for my sake.”
The older doctors, still simmering from their embarrassment, seized the opportunity to regain some dignity.
“It’s fine, but honestly, keeping someone like her in the hospital is a complete waste of resources. She should be kicked out immediately.”
“Terrible attitude, no real skills. She can’t compare to your Dr. Zink. And yet, you promoted her to chief physician. Is it because she has served you well?
Greg squeezed out a smile. “I made a promise to her family. As long as she doesn’t make a big mistake, I
can’t fire her.”
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“Pretty face, nice body, and plenty of tricks up her sleeve. No wonder she gets special treatment.”
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