Chapter 298
Chapter 298
Chapter 298
“Looks like… that’s really the case,” one of the staff murmured.
The staff at Heffner Hospital exchanged glances, and someone blurted out, “Damn that bitch Hannah Gibson! We’ve been slaving away for nearly ber months, only to set the stage for those students!”
Those words were like lighting a powder keg
“Tell me about it!” a nurse chimed in angrily. “We’ve been working overtime every day–these dark circles under my eyes just won’t go away–and in the end, all the credit goes to them!”
The place erupted in angry exchanges, the air thick with resentment.
It felt like slaving over a thesis for two months, only to find someone else’s name on the cover.
Though seething with resentment, they wouldn’t take it out on a group of undergraduates. After all, these students were the real victims here.
The students from Mandino University stood off to the side, holding their breath as they exchanged furtive glances, each struggling to suppress their
grins.
It wasn’t exactly right, but damn did it feel good.
If Hannah’s theft had come out when the application was rejected, she could’ve just brushed it off with a half–hearted apology and walked away scot–free -no real punishment at all.
But once the clinical trial succeeded, stirring up public attention and drawing official scrutiny, the consequences would be far more severe.
She’d be blacklisted from the medical field for life and pay dearly for her theft.
Now she had even paid people to falsely accuse Aria of murder–there was a good chance she’d end up behind bars.
Although it wasn’t entirely fair to the staff at Heffner Hospital, the students were quite pleased with the outcome.
Someone from Heffner Hospital snapped angrily, “Are we just going to let this slide? Why should we suffer for Hannah Gibson’s crimes?”
Someone else said, “There’s no way we’re letting this slide! We need Mr. Harmon to press charges against Hannah Gibson. And as for the incident where she kicked Hershu–we’ve got solid evidence. We’re taking her to court!”
Ramon pressed his hands downward, signaling everyone to calm down. “Heffner Hospital has been selected as the site for Phase II and III clinical trials of the HG13 virus antiviral drug. Soon, the students involved in this research will come to our hospital for internships and be involved throughout the entire trial process. Once the drug is approved for market, your names will appear in the final report–your contributions will be recognized.
Upon hearing this, their anger immediately subsided by more than half.
Aside from the students from Mandino University, the medical team knew this virus better than anyone else.
They were confident they could deliver.
The battle against the epidemic had been won.
That day, the sun blazed brighter than ever.
One by one, everyone began to pack up and leave.
In the car, Giana grinned from ear to ear. “See, Dad? I told you we should trust Aria–she’s amazing! We’ve got to thank her properly!”
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Though Aria held the title of professor, she was still very young. Culver’s decades of experience made him a more relistile authorit
When it came to Giana’s health, Ramon placed greater trust in Culver. On multiple occasions, he urged her to focus on recovery aid even sovg terminate the pregnancy.
But Giana stood her ground, and he couldn’t change her mind. The constant worry kept him up night after night. Now, with the fatus completely stable and the ultrasound showing no issues, he could finally breathe easy.
He was truly glad Giana had stood her ground.
Ramon stroked her head and said, “I will figure out a way to thank Aria Saxon.”
It was easy enough to thank most people, but properly thanking Aria was a real challenge.
He’d have to give this some serious thought.
After finishing Violet’s examination at Jamelan, Aria turned to Kate with a reassuring smile. “Violet is perfectly healthy now,” she said gently. “Just make sure she eats well and gets enough nutrition, and she’ll recover gradually. She doesn’t need any more medicine.”
Kate’s eyes brimmed with tears as she clutched Madelyn’s hand, her voice quivering. “Madelyn, I don’t know what we would’ve done without you. I was at a complete loss… Please don’t ever send me that ten thousand dollars again.
Aria shook her head gently. “Mrs. Livingston, these are two separate matters. The money should still…”
Kate stomped her foot, cutting her off. “That’s final! I made a solemn vow–if I break it, I fear it’ll bring misfortune to Violet.”
Kate squeezed Madelyn’s hand and said earnestly, “You’re Violet’s savior, and so is Betty. Don’t you worry–I’ll take care of her as if she were my own mother, I promise.”
Aria gently reassured, “Mrs. Livingston, as long as the money is spent on you and Violet, it wouldn’t count as breaking your vow.”
Kate smiled gratefully. “Three thousand dollars is enough—we’ll use it for Betty. Violet still has her parents, and we can afford to raise her ourselves.”
By now, Kate’s care for Betty had deepened from partial to wholehearted–her only wish was to repay Aria’s life–saving grace through her actions.
Aria hesitated briefly, then nodded. “Alright, I’ll be going now. I’ll leave the rest to you, Mrs. Livingston. Violet, I’m off now. See you next time!”
Violet waved her hand cheerfully and called out, “Bye–bye, Maddy!”
As Aria stepped outside, she ran into a group of students from Mandino University.
Rita Lawson, the senior leading the group, said playfully on everyone’s behalf, “Professor Saxon, you promised to be our graduate advisor at Mandino University–don’t you dare forget!”
Once the anti–epidemic results were announced, word quickly spread that they had developed an innovative treatment combining traditional and modern medicine.
Among the students involved in the project, ten were already graduate students, while all eighteen of the others received guaranteed admission to graduate programs.
Even those who didn’t wish to pursue graduate studies would receive recommendations to prestigious medical institutions.
Even Kanit University reached out with offers to them.
Everyone ended up choosing to stay at Mandino University–on one hand, out of attachment to their alma mater; on the other, because Aria was there.
Aria gave a resigned smile. “Alright,” she said.
Her methods were rather unorthodox. Teaching by force was easy–if someone didn’t listen, she’d just beat them into submission. But teaching with
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knowledge? Now that was a real challenge.
But when she saw those fresh, youthful faces in Jamelan, her heart softened.
The parking lot was a hive of activity as everyone packed up their belongings, hauling luggage and getting ready to leave.
As Caleb was wheeling his suitcase toward his car, Aaron darted over with monkey–like agility.
“Hey, Caleb, let’s ride together and take turns driving”
Aaron linked arms with Caleb like they were best friends, grinning as he said, “Mr. Shaw and Ms. Sazon live in the same building, so they can just ride together.”
Before Caleb could respond, Owen smoothly closed the trunk and said in an unhurried tone, “It’s a seven- or eight–hour drive. You and Aaron can take turns to make it easier, but I’m well–rested–I can handle the whole trip myself.”
Caleb arched an eyebrow and gave a silent, wry chuckle.
Caleb thought to himself, ‘So that’s why Owen slept in three extra hours today–he was just resting up for the long drive!
To outsiders, Owen was the embodiment of justice. But those who knew him well understood that beneath his gentle demeanor, he was unrelenting when it came to matters of principle, with an iron will.
Caleb thought to himself, ‘Who would’ve guessed that Owen–of all people–could be this considerate after falling for someone? it completely overturned everything I thought I knew about him.‘
His stamina wasn’t as good as Owen’s–riding with him was definitely the safer option.
Caleb had no reason to refuse.
Aria finished packing her things and said goodbye to Betty. “Mrs. Colton,” she said gently, “I’m heading off now. If anything comes up, be sure to call me, okay?”
Betty’s eyes brimmed with reluctance, yet kindness shone in them as she nodded repeatedly. She said warmly, “Alright, dear, go with peace of mind. Be careful on the road.”
“See you, Mrs. Colton,” Aria said warmly.
“Looks like… that’s really the case,” one of the staff murmured.
The staff at Heffner Hospital exchanged glances, and someone blurted out, “Damn that months, only to set the stage for those students!”
bitch Hannah Gibson! We’ve been slaving away for nearly two
Those words were like lighting a powder keg.
“Tell me about it!” a nurse chimed in angrily. “We’ve been working overtime every day–these dark circles under my eyes just won’t go away–and in the end, all the credit goes to them!”
The place erupted in angry exchanges, the air thick with resentment.
It felt like slaving over a thesis for two months, only to find someone else’s name on the cover.
Though seething with resentment, they wouldn’t take it out on a group of undergraduates. After all, these students were the real victims here.
The students from Mandino University stood off to the side, holding their breath as they exchanged furtive glances, each struggling to suppress their
grins.
It wasn’t exactly right, but damn did it feel good.
If Hannah’s theft had come out when the application was rejected, she could’ve just brushed it off with a half–hearted apology and walked away scot–free -no real punishment at all.
But once the clinical trial succeeded, stirring up public attention and drawing official scrutiny, the consequences would be far more severe.
She’d be blacklisted from the medical field for life and pay dearly for her theft.
Now she had even paid people to falsely accuse Aria of murder–there was a good chance she’d end up behind bars.
Although it wasn’t entirely fair to the staff at Heffner Hospital, the students were quite pleased with the outcome.
Someone from Heffner Hospital snapped angrily, “Are we just going to let this slide? Why should we suffer for Hannah Gibson’s crimes?”
Someone else said, “There’s no way we’re letting this slide! We need Mr. Harmon to press charges against Hannah Gibson. And as for the incident where she kicked Hershu–we’ve got solid evidence. We’re taking her to court!”
Ramon pressed his hands downward, signaling everyone to calm down. “Heffner Hospital has been selected as the site for Phase II and III clinical trials of the HG13 virus antiviral drug. Soon, the students involved in this research will come to our hospital for internships and be involved throughout the entire trial process. Once the drug is approved for market, your names will appear in the final report–your contributions will be recognized.
Upon hearing this, their anger immediately subsided by more than half.
Aside from the students from Mandino University, the medical team knew this virus better than anyone
else.
They were confident they could deliver.
The battle against the epidemic had been won.
That day, the sun blazed brighter than ever.
One by one, everyone began to pack up and leave.
In the car, Giana grinned from ear to ear. “See, Dad? I told you we should trust Aria–she’s amazing! We’ve got to thank her properly!”
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