Find Me In Your Labyrinth

Chapter 1556

Bonnie vented angrily. “He’s always being dragged off to socialize, saying his superiors see potential in him and bring him to booze up. I call bull! If he keeps this up, he’ll collapse from exhaustion!”

“I’ll talk some sense into my brother!” Emily said, “It’s late. I’ll stay here to take care of him. You should rest. I’ll call if anything comes up.”

“Thank you, Emily!”

“We’re family. No need for formalities!”

Emily ended the call. Charlie watched her, then rose thoughtfully and said, “You lie down for a bit. I need to make a phone call.”

Emily nodded, assuming he had something urgent to attend to.

Charlie exited the ER and found a quiet spot outside, then dialed a number.

Despite the late hour, the call was picked up quickly. In a nervous voice, the person on the other end asked, “Mr. James?”

“Did you arrange for Elliott to

a good job and asked director Lucien to keep an eye

to know who’s pulling strings behind the scenes. I’ll get to the bottom of this tonight.

Sample’s voice trembled. “Yes, I’ll look into it right away.”

wait for

a while. Mr. Sample called

the work and socializing arranged for Elliott was by director Lucien. He explained it as toughening up Elliott, but I know his real intention. He fears Elliott’s promotion might threaten his position, so he’s been exploiting him. The projects he arranged for Elliott are all high-risk.” Mr. Sample’s voice was filled with fear. “I’ll talk with director Lucien tomorrow and make sure you

Charlie replied indifferently,

clear. Don’t let hardworking employees

hastily, “I overlooked this. I assure you, I’ll

a hit. Let him rest

much time off as he needs. I’ll talk to HR about paid leave.”

should rest

up and headed back to the

Elliott’s IV bag was left. He was sleeping more peacefully than before, so it didn’t