Mrs. Stone was stunned into silence by the officer's stern words. She stopped her hysterics, but her eyes still held traces of resentment and unease.

Meanwhile, in another part of the station, Karina sat on a sofa, her mood as heavy and oppressive as the overcast sky outside.

Her mind replayed the countless entanglements with the Stone family-the slander, the extortion, the endless pain. Those memories surged like waves, solidifying her determination to break free entirely. Staying in Birkham would only mean being drained by the insatiable greed of the Stones.

Slowly, Karina took out her phone. Her fingers hesitated before they hovered over Wilfred's contact. Taking a deep breath, she dialed his number.

The line connected quickly, and Wilfred's calm, caring voice came through. "Karina, what's wrong?"

Her lips trembled slightly, her voice tinged with an almost imperceptible quaver. "Dr. Wilfred, I need to tell you something.

"I don't think I can stay in Birkham anymore. The Stones won't stop harassing me. Can you... can you help me find a job somewhere else? I need to leave and start over."

a

a pause, he replied steadily, "Karina, I understand how you feel. If you've made up your mind,

cities. I'll arrange for you to have

she said, "Thank you so much, Dr. Wilfred. I thought you'd try to

might be the best thing for you. For now,

do as you say," Karina replied, trying to

ending the call, Wilfred immediately began

his desk, he carefully reviewed his professional network for partnerships in other cities. After thoughtful consideration, he shortlisted several hospitals in cities with strong reputations for

in one of

director of a renowned hospital

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