The Stone family wasn't just greedy. They were relentless, always pushing boundaries and expecting more.

Karina sighed. "It's not that I can't stand up to them, but sometimes it feels unnecessary. There are things that just can't be explained."

Wilfred didn't press further. "Pack your things and come with me. I have to travel for a project negotiation that will help our hospital continue expanding."

He was determined to firmly establish himself in Birkham, not just for his professional ambitions but also because Nina was there. Wilfred wanted to protect her and mentor his students, ensuring they could safeguard Nina's children in the future. "But didn't we already promise a patient that we'd perform surgery?" Karina asked, a little hesitant.

"I'll arrange for someone else to handle it."

While Karina might have been the better choice for the surgery, Wilfred had other options, including pulling Caleb in at the last minute.

"Alright," Karina replied.

Since Wilfred had a plan, she didn't press the issue. She didn't have much to pack anyway. Most of her essentials, like a change of clothes, were already in her office, a convenience for her night shifts.

and followed Wilfred out of the

*

a message from Sera popped up on Karina's

you, you'd better do as I say. Otherwise, don't expect me

further. Reluctantly, she replied, "If you'd like me to

must have darkened, because Wilfred noticed immediately. His

quickly, shaking

from her reaction exactly what was

muttered. His tone dropped, sharp and cold. "Do you want me to take care of her once and for all? I don't want my assistant dealing with this today, that tomorrow. It's a wastett Karina forced a smile. "No need. I've already taken care

confident her response to Sera

work. I expect you to focus entirely on the job. I don't want to see you

understand," Karina replied,

across from

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