The True Heiress's Return

Chapter 204

Shakira agreed to the job and sent a message to Walter before heading out.

She couldn't exactly say she was going to a TV recording, so she mentioned picking up a winter break gig with a show crew. Walter didn't mind but reminded her to stay safe.

The variety show Mending Hearts was being shot at Haruca Hospital, styled as a documentary capturing a day in the life of doctors across various departments.

Before signing the contract, Shakira confirmed the filming approach with Kevin, and with Matthew's help, she agreed to work in the traditional medicine clinic of Haruca Hospital for three days to meet filming needs.

Today, Shakira was just scoping out her office for the upcoming days. Since it wasn't an official shoot day, she didn't have to meet with the crew and came as she was.

Even on a weekday, Haruca Hospital, the top-rated facility in Crescentville, was bustling. Cars queued to get in, so Shakira got out early and strolled toward the hospital. Suddenly, she noticed something, squinting slightly. In one of the queued cars was Jaslene and Fiona in a black BMW.

As traffic stalled, Fiona checked the time on her phone repeatedly. Then, as if struck by an idea, she rolled down her window and signaled to a traffic cop nearby. "What's up, sweetheart?" Jaslene asked, concerned.

"Just hold on a sec, Grandma." Fiona winked playfully.

When the cop approached, Fiona clutched her chest, panting slightly, with a convincingly pained expression. "Officer, can you help me? My heart's racing so fast, I feel terrible."

Seeing her distress, the cop didn't hesitate. "Hang in there, ma'am. I'll clear a path for you now."

With that, he rushed ahead, blowing his whistle and gesturing for the cars to make their way along the crowded three-lane road. The Banks family driver hit the gas, zooming into the hospital. Once the window was up, Fiona showed no trace of being unwell. Instead, she turned to Jaslene with a proud smile. "Am I smart or what, Grandma?"

Jaslene chuckled, surprisingly pleased with Fiona's antics. She tapped her beloved granddaughter's nose, not holding back her praise, "Truly clever, just like my granddaughter should be!" Fiona said, "Of course!"

Shakira watched the whole scene unfold, clearly displeased with Fiona.

She thought, 'Fiona is a doctor herself; how could she do something so unethical? Everyone waiting in line is in a hurry to get medical attention-there could be critically ill patients among them.

the order, potentially delaying care for others. In a way, she is putting lives at risk! And it isn't

Jaslene not only failed to correct her

Jaslene's carefree smile as the car passed by, Shakira thought about how natural it all seemed to

behavior was simply

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darkened, lips pressed tightly together, as she silently walked into the hospital. After asking

department was quieter, with only

"Hi, can you tell me where

as he looked at the youthful Shakira. "You-you're Lonely

could respond, a mocking laugh came from behind. "If she's Lonely Bird, then

turned to see Yvette and Felix

crew guy gave Shakira

calmly explained, "I'm not Lonely Bird. I'm here to set up the

blurted out, "Who

you to

do that?"

at her. "Do I owe

malice in her eyes. But she quickly masked it with a practiced display of innocence. "Shakira,

could move, Felix blocked her, his face showing disdain. "Lonely Bird's office

mere presence would taint

to please the Nelson family and