The Heiress’ Return: Six Brothers at Her Beck and Call

Chapter 1724

Chapter 1724 Wynter's Purpose

"Nigel is the deputy director of your hospital's Infectious Diseases Department, right?"

Wynter's question hit Jay like a thunderclap. After all, he had just forced Nigel out of the hospital after a heated meeting. The fact that Wynter brought Nigel up made Jay realize the situation was spiraling out of control.

Before he could respond, Wynter continued, "Nigel has already told me everything."

Wynter's sharp gaze swept across the room as she addressed everyone. "Hospitals are places for saving lives. You, as this institution's head, choose not to solve the issue but to get rid of a good doctor who raised valid concerns.

"When a disease arises, you try to bury it instead of confronting it. Do I need to remind you of your duties? Do you still deserve to be called medical professionals?"

Her words left the room in stunned silence. Not a single person dared to make a sound.

"If this matter is properly handled, you may avoid consequences. But if the pandemic spirals out of control, the price you pay will not be as simple as legal repercussions," Wynter warned.

Jay, who was still attempting to have the last say, retorted, "The decision to have Nigel take a break wasn't solely mine. It was a directive from higher-ups. Besides, I think Nigel might have exaggerated the situation's severity. The disease isn't that critical."

Wynter turned to look at him. "So, by your logic, is it not critical until it spreads across the entire country? Excellent logic. Just excellent."

Then, looking out the door, she raised her voice. "Bring Nigel in here."

Panic flickered across Jay's face the moment he heard Nigel's name. After all, he knew too much. If he decided to reveal the truth, the entire Colifernia would be thrown into chaos.

The door opened, and Nigel entered, wearing a face mask.

Despite the mask, Jay immediately recognized him. Forcing a smile, he said, "Nigel, didn't I tell you to rest at home for a few days? Why are you back?"

Then, he quickly walked over to Nigel, leaning in and whispering into his ear, "Are you trying to get us all killed?"

Nigel's calm demeanor didn't waver as he quietly replied, "I am merely doing what a doctor should do. Mr. Ellis, I suggest you reflect on your actions."

Wynter gestured for Nigel to come forward. "Dr. Alistair, recount everything you know and have experienced, down to the smallest detail. Don't leave out a single thing."

Nigel began to speak, retelling every detail he had shared with Wynter at the café. Not a single word was omitted. As the story unfolded, Jay's expression darkened, his gaze fixed on

Nigel as if he wanted to destroy him.

When Nigel finished, Wynter looked at Jay with an impassive expression. "Mr. Ellis, do I really need to spell out the consequences of withholding such critical information?

"You act as if it's nothing when the situation is already this dire, all while delivering hollow platitudes. How do you expect anyone to trust a hospital with how you're acting? Playing bureaucratic games... Do you take me as a fool?"

Jay was still desperate to defend himself. "But we haven't even confirmed the pathogen yet! Making hasty announcements will only cause unnecessary panic. And as for a regional lockdown, the higher-ups wouldn't approve of it!"

"Oh? Higher-ups? Which ones are you referring to?" Wynter asked, her tone cool and detached.

Jay immediately pulled out the Deputy Minister's name, confident in his ability to leverage authority, hoping to crush any resistance from Wynter. "You've probably met Mr. Killis from the Epidemic Prevention Department before you came."

"I haven't met him yet. But from the sound of it, I think it's time I did."

Without hesitation, she pulled out her phone and made a call. "Bring me Mr. Killis from the Epidemic Prevention Department."

"Understood," came the crisp response from the other end.

The entire room exchanged uneasy glances, and Jay's confidence wavered.

Wynter smirked faintly and sat down at the center of the conference table, flipping through the stack of documents.

The silence in the room was deafening, and some attendees could be seen nervously wiping sweat from their foreheads. But, they wondered if she really could summon Zayn Killis with just one phone call.

Just as everyone was questioning what was happening, the door opened.

The people who entered were not dressed in the standard disciplinary inspection uniforms but wore black outer jackets with tactical combat gear underneath. This wasn't just a routine investigation this was military enforcement.

The so-called Deputy Minister, Zayn, was dragged in with a gun pressed against his back, his legs long given out.

Wynter, never one to waste words, waited for the door to close before placing a stack of documents into Zayn's trembling hands. "Mr. Killis, I've heard so much about you.

"Not at all, I... I..." Zayn stammered, his legs trembling violently.

Wynter continued calmly, "It wasn't easy to catch you. I understand you were already arranging for your daughter to study abroad last month.

"And today, conveniently, you had official business scheduled in Havenia. Meanwhile, your

were already heading

stake, some people were desperately trying to escape, while others were choosing to

always had access to the best resources. They received information

Sometimes, it was

the first place. And when

was glaring.

you are a meticulous and well-planned

confused. Even Zayn himself was bewildered. Was she

words dragged him straight into the abyss. "Since you're so organized, it's time to put that skill to good use. You'll accompany me to the quarantine ward. Together, we'll oversee the arrangements for

in an instant. He would have preferred interrogation

over this.

made a mistake!

your work. You don't have to worry about your family. I had a chat with customs last month. I advised them to delay any travel for the officials' family members during this uncertain period in

After all, leaving you here alone would only

now completely ashen. Panic set in as

wasn't bluffing.

acted well in advance. He couldn't fathom the level of control she wielded. He had

against his back reminded him that this was no

crumbling down. He never imagined Wynter would be so

extent of her authority. How could she summon Zayn

such a great team player with Mr. Killis, I'm sure you'll make an excellent partner in the quarantine

well. You're coming with

desperately, "No, I won't go! If I stay in

just say the situation wasn't that serious?" Wynter asked before

Ellis, you seem to have misunderstood. I wasn't

opinion. Take him away."

it was also incredibly effective. The more Jay screamed and

as

had dealt with countless inspections before, but never

encountered anything like this.

Wynter

risks effectively..."

dove into the real

been freed

that Wynter

family

anger as he dialed a number. "Go stir up

afraid of? Don't worry about it. There will

our Chamber of

society's upper echelon. In this circle,

school or college. Common destinations

this wasn't to say that wealth itself was inherently bad-after all, it only amplified the personality traits people possessed. However, issues inevitably arose when values and discipline

figure was currently being held at

her luggage

an explanation! Call your supervisor right now!" Joey

demanded, her tone indignant.

officer maintained their professionalism.

prohibited from leaving the country. Please put down your phone and

recording."

can't I record? Do you even know who my dad is? How

"Someone like you, who's at the bottom of the

a normal day. This is your last warning-let me through,

"If you persist, this will be considered

public safety-"

of public safety?" Joey slammed her bag onto the counter. "So what if I

how many followers I have online? Do you even know what my family does? I travel abroad every month, and you've never stopped me before.

and Emstian. Her voice was both soft and delicate,

a sweet, innocent girl. Yet, her words and actions were the

stepped in, trying to

refused

to smooth things over. "My daughter is still young and emotional, but she hasn't done anything wrong. Don't you think you owe us an

as if

simple. Once customs

her lack of awareness revealed her ignorance. As a Deputy Minister's wife,

customs was already a glaring red flag. It was obvious something was

as she pulled out

video on TikTok

read, "I was so happy to go on a trip with Mommy. But on the way,