Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 733

Even though Lena and I had been friends forever, this was the first time I'd heard her talk about a childbirth case-especially one with such a heartbreaking ending. Hearing her recount it left this heavy, sinking feeling in my chest.

It made sense now why she avoided talking about work. But still, imagining what that family was going through-losing both the mom and the baby-was gut-wrenching.

Even so, it wasn't Lena's fault. I knew her too well. She respected life in a way most people didn't. If there was even the tiniest chance to save someone, she'd fight for it.

"So, what you're saying is the surgeon didn't screw up?" I asked.

"Exactly," Lena said, sighing. "But that doesn't matter. Someone died, and the family can't accept it. They keep saying everything was fine until she came here-like it's our fault she's gone." Her voice wavered, frustration and sadness written all over her face. I'd read about situations like this. These so-called "medical disputes" could ruin careers.

"Dr. Dale's already suspended, under investigation," Lena said with a heavy sigh. "Even if they clear her, her reputation's trashed. She's done."

I could see the guilt all over her face. If Lena hadn't switched shifts, Dr. Dale wouldn't have been on duty. None of this would've touched her. "No one could've seen this coming," I said, trying to make her feel better.

Lena let out a slow breath, her voice steady but tired. "When the storm hits, all you can do is stand and take it."

her mental state's solid, which is rare for girls who've been through... well, you know." Demi's calm

fan.

Still faking unconsciousness?" Lena

it short. She

incident. I couldn't do much, so I figured giving her space was

check on you. I'll go see Demi now," I said, heading

you need anything, let me know," she said,

her arm. "If that bruise gets worse, get it

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Chapter 733

tugged her collar to peek at the damage. The spot where she'd been hit

about the mark triggered a weird rush of emotions. On impulse, she snapped a pic and sent it to

declined

even

hit like a cold draft. She sighed, glancing at her shoulder again. 'Guess it's up to me to get some ointment later,' she thought,

Aaron. He stopped short when he saw