Mag-log inLater that day, as Ellen packed her things to leave the White Medical Center with a security guard right by her side, she could hear the murmur of her colleagues around her.“Did you hear?”“I guess it’s true.”The words muttered softly in a whisper still found their way to her ears.“This way, ma’am,” the security guard said, escorting Ellen out of the room.“I know my way," Ellen said in irritation.The guard only nodded, not bothering to give her a response.Before stepping out of the hospital, Ellen could feel her phone vibrating with messages and calls.“The words surely have gotten around in such a short time.” Ellen mumbled under her breath.“It’s such a shame that you would ruin your career like this.” Nurse Sarah muttered as Ellen passed by the reception area.Ellen didn’t even as much as cast a glance her way as she walked past her and straight out the door.“Ellen!” Betty called from behind.Ellen kept walking, her face hardened in fury, her legs stomping the floor in haste
The voice was low, almost like the person on the other side had just woken from a deep sleep. Travis turned sharply in the direction of the phone, shocked that someone had picked up.“Hello?” Came the voice again.“Hello, thank you for picking up.” Travis said quickly, hurrying over to the phone.“Well, who am I speaking with?” the voice replied.“Yeah, sure, my name is Travis Ashford, CEO of the Ashford Group here in New York, the United States of America," Travis introduced.There was a sudden silence at the other end after his introduction.“Did he end the call?” Felix whispered, moving closer to the table.“Hello? Doctor Green?” Travis called out.“Yes,” the voice replied.“I am on to Doctor Green? Right?” Travis asked, just to be sure.“Yes, you are. I am quite aware that you have been trying to track me down for a while now. How did you get my number this time around?” Doctor Green asked.“I…uhm…I” Travis started to say.“Well, it does not matter because whatever it is you want,
“What do you mean by that?” Luke has, his voice devoid of the anger with which he spoke only moments ago.“So, for your information, Ellen, we have been testing some new technology in that wing of the hospital, which is why there are no visible cameras for you to see," Fiona started.“What do you mean by that? This is all a conspiracy! I was never at the ICU today; I did not even go towards that part of the hospital!” Ellen shouted, now getting restless.“Oh, stay calm, my dear; you don’t need to get worked up. I mean, you already said you were not in the ICU," Fiona stated.“Tell us, are there cameras in the ICU?” one of the panel members asked.“Yes, there are, and very tiny ones at that.” Fiona responded.Ellen’s shoulders suddenly slumped, and her hands began to tremble on her lap as her eyes darted from wall to wall.“Do you have any evidence for this, Fiona? she is still a member of my team!” Luke stated, his voice trying to stay positive, but the look on his face didn’t.“Of co
Back at the Ashford group, Travis walked through the door into the lobby. His face was blank and unreadable, like he could explode at any given time.“I need every resource we can find on Doctor Athena on my table immediately!” He snapped at Alex as he approached the elevator.Alex, who hurried to catch up with him, quickly responded, “Alright.”Travis was furious, more so because he didn’t have a way to let out his anger at Scott. The last thing he needed on his plate right now was a drama with Cavanade, he thought.“Hmm, Travis, the team working on the government project sent mail. The first product is confirmed for a test trial.” Scott said as they stepped into the elevator.“Okay,” Travis grunted, then added, “Tell them to go ahead and I’ll check on progress in a few days.”“Okay, I’ll do that, and also, there was an emergency meeting with some members of the board this morning," Alex stated.Travis's already stone-cold face contorted with anger as he slowly turned to look at Alex
The room was deathly quiet, almost to the point of hearing the breathing pattern of the next person beside them.“Who accessed that room after our last round?” Liora asked.That seemed to break the spell on the room as everyone started looking around the room to see whose hands were up.“I did.” Nurse Sarah said, raising her hand before adding, “But I only administered what was on the signed-off prescription from you.”“Did you sign the prescription off?” Fiona asked again.“Yes, I did," Liora nodded, her face blank and unreadable.“Hmm, but I am sure that was not the content that she approved.” Lily quickly chipped in."Well, it looks like we have an investigation on our hands," Liora mumbled.While she spoke, Luke White walked into the room with a big frown on his face.“What is it that I am hearing?” He asked, looking around the group.“We are launching an investigation. Convey the committee in the next two hours.” Fiona instructed.Fiona’s words seem to infuriate him more as he sn
Over at the Ashford Group head office, Michael walked into the boardroom, his eyes scanning the table as he took his seat at the edge of it."It's good that you all found the time to attend," Michael said with a satisfied smile.The board members shifted uncomfortably in their seats, each trying to avoid Michael's gaze."Now, I would not beat around the bush; we all know why we are here today," Michael stated."Your father would be appalled to know you called us with threats." One of them said it from behind."Well, I am also sure my father does not have the leverage I have on you." Michael responded with a shrug.There were seven of them in total, but Michael knew if he got their vote, then Travis was as good as gone."Now, here is my proposal: vote me in to become the next CEO, and I will destroy the file I have on all of you." Michale said, looking at them one after the other."How are we sure that you will?" someone countered."You just have to trust me. I am sure if this were to







