Semua Bab My Substitute Bride: Bab 71 - Bab 80

The sudden turn of events left Hector completely rattled.No matter how much he tried to argue, Samuel's face stayed cold and unyielding."Hector Smith, you're under arrest. As the deputy director of the Drug Regulatory Department, you've been abusing your power and taking bribes for years. I have solid evidence against you. You'd better get ready to face the law."The moment Samuel spoke, Hector's face went pale. "That can't be true! Mr. Carlson, I'm your trusted aide! How could you do this to me?"Hector never expected that the very boss who should have had his back would be the one to arrest him."Blame yourself for crossing the wrong people," Samuel said, his voice dark."What?"Hector's expression froze. Crossing the wrong people?He knew exactly what that meant. Years in government had taught him to be smooth and careful, never to offend anyone powerful.Wait—could it be...?His eyes darted toward a calm figure standing across the room, and realization dawned on his fac

While Noel made his way to Lloyd Manor, the conference room in Quinton Pharmaceuticals headquarters was being filled with all the company board members. Even Dylan sat at the head of the table, his face tight with worry.Yvette stood in the center of the storm."Mr. Dylan, Ms. Yvette's mistake with the Morrison family cost us the chance to work with them. Not only that, but now the Morrisons are retaliating," one board member said."The Drug Regulatory Department has seized all our supplies," another added. "If we don't get them back soon, our production lines will grind to a halt."Murmurs of agreement rippled around the room."That's right," someone else said. "If production stops, we won't be able to fulfill orders on time. The penalties alone will hit us hard."At the mention of losses, the board members' faces darkened. This was about their stakes."Yvette's caused enough damage. If she isn't punished, no one will take us seriously. I propose we remove her as branch CEO."

Compared to Quinton Manor, Lloyd Manor was even more lavish.After Noel sent a message to Dustin and the others, he followed Selena and the group inside the estate.In the bedroom, Jareth lay in bed looking weak and tired. The whole family gathered around him."We've brought Dr. Campbell!" Selena said excitedly as she led Noel into the room.Everyone turned to them. When they saw who was with her, surprise flashed across their faces."Selena, this is the miracle doctor you found?"Peter sized up Noel. Seeing such a young guy barely out of his twenties, he couldn't help but chuckle.He wasn't the only one skeptical. Others in the room exchanged doubtful glances."Selena, are you sure you didn't make a mistake?""This is the medical expert Aaron respects?""Are you certain this isn't some con artist?"Just then, a weak voice came from the bed behind them. "How dare you! Don't disrespect Dr. Campbell!"Jareth's eyes lit up like he'd seen a savior the moment Noel entered the ro

"Spirit Venom?"Noel's words left everyone in the Lloyd family completely confused. They had never even heard the word before, let alone knew what it meant.But right now, their focus was on saving Jareth's life."No matter what the treatment involves, please tell us. The Lloyd family will do everything we can to help," Ethan said first.Noel's gaze shifted to the unconscious Jareth. "Mr. Lloyd, please prepare a bowl of fresh chicken blood and a freshly taken snake gallbladder. Make sure it's done quickly," he said seriously.Chicken blood? Snake gallbladder?Hearing that, not just Ethan but everyone else looked shocked and confused. What kind of treatment called for something like that?"Why are you all just standing there? Get someone to prepare it right now!" Ethan ordered sharply.Noel was their only hope to save Jareth, so he had no choice but to trust him.Before long, two servants rushed in."Everything's ready!"As they spoke, a sharp, metallic smell filled the roo

"Grandpa, are you okay?" Selena asked in concern as she looked at Jareth, who had just woken up."I-I'm fine! It's like I just took a deep, restful sleep. I feel more comfortable than I've felt in a long time," Jareth said, waving his hand without much thought.Then suddenly, his expression froze.He pressed a hand over his chest, surprised that the usual ache was completely gone. Excitement lit up his aging face."Wait... Is my heart condition cured?"Selena pointed at the parasite pinned to the wall. "Grandpa, you weren't really sick. Someone put a Spirit Venom curse on you. Luckily, Dr. Campbell forced that parasite out of your body. You won't have any more heart problems.""A Spirit Venom curse?"Jareth's face darkened. He never expected to be cursed like this. Upon hearing that Noel had cured him, he relaxed and got out of bed immediately and bowed his head low."Thank you for saving my life, Dr. Campbell. I'm forever grateful and will never forget your great kindness!"N