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."

And her mental state's solid, which is rare for girls who've been through... well, you

fan.

faking unconsciousness?" Lena

said, keeping it short. She had enough

the whole incident. I couldn't do

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

anything, let me know," she said, her go-to

arm. "If that

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Chapter 733

Lena tugged her collar to peek at the damage. The spot where she'd been hit was already a nasty,

about the mark triggered

to video call him, but he declined almost immediately. Then came the

Seriously? Not even a

up to me to get some

door opened, and in walked Aaron. He stopped