Chapter 41 Uproar

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Sophie stood frozen, caught off guard by the two older women who had just seen right through her.

For a moment, she realized she had underestimated them–she had nearly convinced them to side with her.

“Ma’am, you asked for us to weigh in, but now you’re backing out? If your adopted daughter won’t even acknowledge you, that’s on you, not her,” one of the women said.

Another woman took a step forward, her voice steady. Don’t worry, sweetheart. Go on ahead. We’ll handle this.”

Charmaine gave them a grateful nod. “Thank you, ladies.”

With that, Sophie found herself surrounded by the women and the crowd, helpless as–Charmaine walked

away.

Charmaine entered the restroom, reappearing moments later in a black long–sleeve shirt, a matching mask, and a black cap that hid most of her face, leaving only her eyes visible.

She pressed the button for the elevator, her steps confident as she made her way to the director’s office.

Without hesitation, she opened the door. The director looked up, startled. Charmaine’s voice was low, edged with purpose. “I’m Robin. I need to speak with Mr. Stuman about a potential collaboration.”

the nephrology department was gathered in the director’s office.

flushed with enthusiasm. “Professor Robin, allow me to introduce you to our nephrology team.”

She has a new project and has chosen our hospital because

“I have a project focused on artificial kidney transplants. I’m looking for young patients who need non–urgent kidney transplants. Given your

hushed silence fell over the room. The doctors exchanged looks, some unsure, others intrigued.

tapped the table to regain the group’s attention. “Don’t hold back, everyone. Professor Robin is

asked, “You’re talking about using artificial kidneys–how many live trials have you done before

without hesitation. “Over a thousand trials, with a 90

willing to take that risk? What happens if it fails–who’s responsible?”

“The failure rate stems from genetic defects in

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from the back of the room, a voice spoke up. “There’s a patient who might fit the criteria. Ms. Leah

shifted

in the SVIP room,” came the reply.

engrossed in a video conference when the door to his office opened

entered, looking unusually

moment of distress on his subordinate’s face, Emyr raised his hand to silence the call and turned his full

Robin. She’s at

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