Next to my name was a simple cross mark. But next to Alistair's—it was not a cross or a circle, but a large, red checkmark!My heart raced uncontrollably.Jade had deliberately taken over the staff examinations. She'd manipulated me into convincing Alistair to get the lab tests. She'd switched the X-rays with those from another patient. And most cunningly, she'd seduced me to prevent me from competing for the surgical opportunity.The truth dawned on me with horrifying clarity.I called the operating room with trembling hands. The nurse informed me that the patient had been prepped and moved to the surgical ward some time ago—the local anesthesia would already be administered.I asked her to get Jade for me, explaining it was urgent. She asked me to wait, returning moments later to tell me the surgery was underway and Jade couldn't be disturbed.I dropped the phone and sprinted toward the operating room.As I ran, I desperately hoped I was being paranoid. Perhaps the X-ray had b
Shortly afterward, Jade's confession was made public, detailing both the assault and her revenge plan.After her surgery, her eyes remained bandaged. Doctors had instructed her to avoid light exposure, emotional distress, and especially tears. Only one arm could move with multiple fractures throughout her body, leaving her confined to bed rest.She was an orphan with only her grandmother as her caretaker. One evening, her grandmother had to attend to a family matter and entrusted Jade to the nursing staff.After evening rounds, she heard her door open and what sounded like the lock engaging as she prepared to sleep. Assuming it was her grandmother returning, she called out, but instead heard a man's voice responding to her. It was oddly distorted, but she later realized it was probably due to a voice changer.The man said he needed to check how her leg fractures were healing. Though suspicious, Jade couldn't believe anyone would act inappropriately in a hospital, so she cooperated.
This time, her persistence paid off, leading her to Alistair—the ophthalmology virtuoso who had restored her sight.During her initial examination of Alistair, he showed no resistance, even almost losing his composure. But when her hand touched his inner thigh, he noticeably tensed.Still, Jade discovered what she sought. It was a faint scar with a telltale trailing mark, perfectly matching the wound she had inflicted.When Alistair began impatiently rushing her, she disguised her reaction as an eccentric episode. To prevent his suspicion, she even removed her stockings after he left.Afterward came her manipulation of persuading me to convince the skeptical Alistair to undergo tests, then falsifying lab results and switching X-rays. Not to mention, she even slept with me so she could take over that surgery.Following the release of Jade's confession, media outlets circulated it feverishly. A flood of named accusations followed, including from her colleague in the laboratory who h
Jade replied to me that there was nothing left to do as her grandmother had passed away. I asked if she needed anything in prison, but she just smiled and shook her head.I found myself at a loss for words. She looked directly into my eyes and spoke softly."Zeke, I'm sure you've done a lot for me these past days. You're a good person—I've always known that. You even waited at the hospital entrance that year when I was discharged. You told me to get better soon, and that good health was necessary for a long future ahead."I remember your voice. During surgery, you stood beside me, talking constantly, using something needle-like to prick me, asking if I could feel it."Your words made me feel that someone believed in me, that the world wasn't entirely malicious."I lowered my head, feeling somewhat ashamed. I remembered everything she mentioned, but when I'd wished her a long future, I'd merely been comforting someone I thought was psychologically traumatized. I hadn't actually bel
I had heard rumors about a beautiful female doctor in our hospital's urology department named Jade Clemens. It was said her face had an angelic innocence, yet her figure sparked imagination. Many male doctors were eager to meet her; some even went directly to the urology clinic to register as her patients.The doctors from the anesthesiology department where I worked often mentioned her, joking that they would make appointments with her someday to get a "thorough examination".I told them not to go too far and to respect her profession, but they replied, "The lady herself doesn't mind, so why are you so concerned?"Later, I discovered that Jade had actually requested to transfer to the urology department. Most female doctors avoided urology at all costs, and those unfortunate enough to be assigned there would pull strings to transfer out. This revelation confirmed the rumors about Jade's flirtatious nature.My curiosity about Jade grew, though I hadn't yet had the chance to meet he
As a young, virile single man, having no reaction to Jade would have been abnormal. Yet I found myself deeply ashamed of my response.Though her face—a perfect blend of innocence and allure—was undeniably attractive, this first encounter made clear that the rumors hadn't emerged from nothing. Still, she simply wasn't my type.Jade began teaching me the urology department's workflow, system operations, and departmental regulations. I deliberately kept my distance throughout our interactions, though she seemed completely unaware, remaining gentle, polite, and soft-spoken.I couldn't find a single trace of the flirtatious woman I'd heard about. Despite her exhaustion, she would tactfully leave during lunch breaks, giving me privacy in the office. I gradually began to reassess my prejudice.Unfortunately, this pleasant period didn't last long. One afternoon, close to the end of the shift, a colleague from our hospital registered as Jade's patient.I recognized him—Ross Berger, an orth
From the next day on, I began to approach Jade with slightly mischievous intentions, no longer deliberately avoiding contact as I had before. Noticing that I wasn't keeping my distance, Jade gradually became less cautious around me.I inwardly mocked her, thinking that she'd naturally gravitate toward me with the slightest show of interest. Yet my body betrayed me by enjoying her proximity.On hectic mornings, Jade stopped leaving the office during lunch breaks. Instead, she'd grab a cushion and nap with her head on the desk.Sometimes, I couldn't help but maliciously speculate whether she was trying to seduce me when I caught a glimpse of her uninhibited sleeping posture. I wondered whether I should respond.One day, amid this internal conflict, I suddenly saw her peaceful sleeping face. Sunlight illuminated her features, revealing a layer of fine down on her skin. She looked as serene as an infant.When I felt those moments coming on, I'd steel myself against any inappropriate t
After Jade finished with her previous patient, she spent several minutes preparing before calling Alistair in. I watched her with cynical interest.As expected, she suggested an examination after just a few diagnostic questions. Alistair appeared uncomfortable but still followed her behind the privacy screen.The room fell completely silent. It was quiet enough that I could hear the sound of Alistair unzipping his pants.Sunlight slanted into the room, casting two shadows against the screen—one standing, one kneeling.So, even Jade had her standards—only a golden boy like Alistair would catch her eye.I irritably loosened my collar, preparing to step out for a cigarette. That was when Alistair's annoyed voice suddenly emerged from behind the screen."Are you finished yet?"After a pause, Jade replied, "Almost."Her voice quavered.The standing shadow then stepped back, and Alistair emerged first while adjusting his clothes. He was clearly displeased.I secretly admired Alista
Jade replied to me that there was nothing left to do as her grandmother had passed away. I asked if she needed anything in prison, but she just smiled and shook her head.I found myself at a loss for words. She looked directly into my eyes and spoke softly."Zeke, I'm sure you've done a lot for me these past days. You're a good person—I've always known that. You even waited at the hospital entrance that year when I was discharged. You told me to get better soon, and that good health was necessary for a long future ahead."I remember your voice. During surgery, you stood beside me, talking constantly, using something needle-like to prick me, asking if I could feel it."Your words made me feel that someone believed in me, that the world wasn't entirely malicious."I lowered my head, feeling somewhat ashamed. I remembered everything she mentioned, but when I'd wished her a long future, I'd merely been comforting someone I thought was psychologically traumatized. I hadn't actually bel
This time, her persistence paid off, leading her to Alistair—the ophthalmology virtuoso who had restored her sight.During her initial examination of Alistair, he showed no resistance, even almost losing his composure. But when her hand touched his inner thigh, he noticeably tensed.Still, Jade discovered what she sought. It was a faint scar with a telltale trailing mark, perfectly matching the wound she had inflicted.When Alistair began impatiently rushing her, she disguised her reaction as an eccentric episode. To prevent his suspicion, she even removed her stockings after he left.Afterward came her manipulation of persuading me to convince the skeptical Alistair to undergo tests, then falsifying lab results and switching X-rays. Not to mention, she even slept with me so she could take over that surgery.Following the release of Jade's confession, media outlets circulated it feverishly. A flood of named accusations followed, including from her colleague in the laboratory who h
Shortly afterward, Jade's confession was made public, detailing both the assault and her revenge plan.After her surgery, her eyes remained bandaged. Doctors had instructed her to avoid light exposure, emotional distress, and especially tears. Only one arm could move with multiple fractures throughout her body, leaving her confined to bed rest.She was an orphan with only her grandmother as her caretaker. One evening, her grandmother had to attend to a family matter and entrusted Jade to the nursing staff.After evening rounds, she heard her door open and what sounded like the lock engaging as she prepared to sleep. Assuming it was her grandmother returning, she called out, but instead heard a man's voice responding to her. It was oddly distorted, but she later realized it was probably due to a voice changer.The man said he needed to check how her leg fractures were healing. Though suspicious, Jade couldn't believe anyone would act inappropriately in a hospital, so she cooperated.
Next to my name was a simple cross mark. But next to Alistair's—it was not a cross or a circle, but a large, red checkmark!My heart raced uncontrollably.Jade had deliberately taken over the staff examinations. She'd manipulated me into convincing Alistair to get the lab tests. She'd switched the X-rays with those from another patient. And most cunningly, she'd seduced me to prevent me from competing for the surgical opportunity.The truth dawned on me with horrifying clarity.I called the operating room with trembling hands. The nurse informed me that the patient had been prepped and moved to the surgical ward some time ago—the local anesthesia would already be administered.I asked her to get Jade for me, explaining it was urgent. She asked me to wait, returning moments later to tell me the surgery was underway and Jade couldn't be disturbed.I dropped the phone and sprinted toward the operating room.As I ran, I desperately hoped I was being paranoid. Perhaps the X-ray had b
"What about something shocking, then?" Jade asked.Her casual question reminded me of an incident.Many years ago, I assisted my mentor on a surgery when I first started working. The patient was a young woman who had just finished her college entrance exams and been in a car accident. She had multiple fractures and a damaged cornea, and was in a cast when she underwent corneal repair surgery.That operation was successful largely thanks to ophthalmology virtuoso Alistair, who performed an excellent corneal restoration.One would expect the young woman to be immensely grateful to Alistair afterward. Instead, she accused a doctor of indecently assaulting her in her hospital room.It sounded utterly implausible. Though it was a private room, medical staff and family members frequently entered. Had anything truly happened, even a slight call for help would have brought immediate attention.The young woman's story was full of holes. She claimed she hadn't called for help, fearing emot
If not for Jade's phone ringing, I might have done something I'd later despise myself for. She took a moment to compose herself before answering. It seemed to be a colleague from the lab inquiring about the test.Perhaps Alistair's condition was indeed serious, as Jade had claimed. Otherwise, she wouldn't go to such lengths for some fabricated fetish.After she hung up, my rationality returned. Not daring to give her another opportunity, I simply said that if Alistair contacted me, I would advise him to get the lab tests done first.This time, Jade's gaze softened. Perhaps due to hormones, I sensed something in her eyes that I couldn't quite understand.That night was particularly difficult to endure, thanks to Jade.In the end, Alistair did come to see me. I advised him to do the lab tests first out of caution, promising to arrange a consultation once the results came back to ensure an accurate diagnosis.After that night, Jade's attitude toward me became distinctly suggestive a
After Jade finished with her previous patient, she spent several minutes preparing before calling Alistair in. I watched her with cynical interest.As expected, she suggested an examination after just a few diagnostic questions. Alistair appeared uncomfortable but still followed her behind the privacy screen.The room fell completely silent. It was quiet enough that I could hear the sound of Alistair unzipping his pants.Sunlight slanted into the room, casting two shadows against the screen—one standing, one kneeling.So, even Jade had her standards—only a golden boy like Alistair would catch her eye.I irritably loosened my collar, preparing to step out for a cigarette. That was when Alistair's annoyed voice suddenly emerged from behind the screen."Are you finished yet?"After a pause, Jade replied, "Almost."Her voice quavered.The standing shadow then stepped back, and Alistair emerged first while adjusting his clothes. He was clearly displeased.I secretly admired Alista
From the next day on, I began to approach Jade with slightly mischievous intentions, no longer deliberately avoiding contact as I had before. Noticing that I wasn't keeping my distance, Jade gradually became less cautious around me.I inwardly mocked her, thinking that she'd naturally gravitate toward me with the slightest show of interest. Yet my body betrayed me by enjoying her proximity.On hectic mornings, Jade stopped leaving the office during lunch breaks. Instead, she'd grab a cushion and nap with her head on the desk.Sometimes, I couldn't help but maliciously speculate whether she was trying to seduce me when I caught a glimpse of her uninhibited sleeping posture. I wondered whether I should respond.One day, amid this internal conflict, I suddenly saw her peaceful sleeping face. Sunlight illuminated her features, revealing a layer of fine down on her skin. She looked as serene as an infant.When I felt those moments coming on, I'd steel myself against any inappropriate t
As a young, virile single man, having no reaction to Jade would have been abnormal. Yet I found myself deeply ashamed of my response.Though her face—a perfect blend of innocence and allure—was undeniably attractive, this first encounter made clear that the rumors hadn't emerged from nothing. Still, she simply wasn't my type.Jade began teaching me the urology department's workflow, system operations, and departmental regulations. I deliberately kept my distance throughout our interactions, though she seemed completely unaware, remaining gentle, polite, and soft-spoken.I couldn't find a single trace of the flirtatious woman I'd heard about. Despite her exhaustion, she would tactfully leave during lunch breaks, giving me privacy in the office. I gradually began to reassess my prejudice.Unfortunately, this pleasant period didn't last long. One afternoon, close to the end of the shift, a colleague from our hospital registered as Jade's patient.I recognized him—Ross Berger, an orth