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Chapter 837
Chapter 837
Chapter 837
Chapter 837 The Arrogant Department Director
Ever since Matthew discovered about the centipedes in the lake of Lakeside Garden and the curse on Leanne’s best friend, he had already begun to suspect those from Orleans were to blame for the cascade of catastrophic chaos. While they were scattered everywhere, he believed that they were after someone whom he reckoned was none other than Jinny. Nonetheless, he had no idea why they were looking for her and was hence prompted to find out more about it. As a result, he asked Jinny to stay put in Lakeside Garden, which he deemed was the safest place for her.
Meanwhile, Matthew and Crystal visited the first victim in their investigation of unusual medical cases at a nearby hospital. Since she had tagged along, he didn’t face much trouble before he finally met the patient. The said person was isolated in a separate ward and his entire body was swollen. Even his facial features had a frightening aura since his swollen flesh was sandwiching it.
Soon, a department director, who looked like he was in his thirties, led them both to the ward. While he seemed to be a young director with a promising future for his age, his arrogance was written all over his face. As his gaze was on Crystal most of the time, he didn’t bother to even glimpse at Matthew.
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We’ve been running tests after tests on the patient but still failed to find out what’s wrong. Every time the clock strikes two after midnight, he will show signs of pain and agony, yet none of our attempts to alleviate his pain has appeared to work effectively thus far. Therefore, I have turned to my mentor, Frederick Morgan from Mightwater, for help, but even he doesn’t seem to have any clue about what happened. By the way, have you guys heard about him before?”
The man observed her expression while introducing his mentor to her. After all, he was a famous doctor in Mightwater and he always took pride in being his apprentice.
As she sensed his egoistic intention to boast, Crystal pouted and replied, “You mean Dr. Morgan? Oh, I think I can remember who he is. He came to my house to visit my grandpa two years ago. In fact, he swung by three times, only to find my grandpa away each time.”
Frederick’s eyes widened in disbelief. “W-What kind of nonsense are you talking about, miss? My mentor is the perfect example that everyone in the medical world is trying to emulate, and you’re saying he visited your grandpa? If he really came to Eastcliff, there would have been a dozen people or so wanting to visit him.”
“Is that so?” Crystal chuckled sarcastically. “Please ask him whether he has the guts to make Joseph Harrison visit him.”
“Joseph Harrison? Who the…” He pursed his lips shortly before his expression changed. “Wait a second. Did you just say Joseph Harrison? Are you talking about Mr. Harrison?”
“What do you think?” she asked.
The department director appeared to look stunned as he stared at her for a few moments before he carefully asked, “A-Are you Mr. Harrison’s granddaughter?”
“Why don’t you tell me?” Crystal responded.
At that moment, the man recalled the dean’s words over the phone as he was told to receive Matthew and Crystal with hospitality. Our dean has never treated anyone so politely unless he is dealing with a bigshot.
When that thought came to the department director’s mind, he connected the dots with her name, whereupon his heart sank with fear. Oh my God! She must be Mr. Harrison’s granddaughter. His face
flushed in embarrassment upon the shocking realization.
Although Frederick was famous, he was still outclassed by the likes of Joseph. Therefore, it shouldn’t have come as a surprise to the department director for Frederick to have visited Joseph. Thus, the department director was immediately overwhelmed by his shame for boasting in front of Joseph’s granddaughter. “I’m sorry, Miss Harrisson. I-I didn’t know you were Mr. Harrison’s granddaughter. Please forgive me for my rudeness. If you need anything, you’re welcome to let me know.” The man quickly apologized and offered to help.
However, Crystal waved her hand in annoyance and replied, “Alright, you may excuse yourself. We’re here to treat the patient, not listen to your cock-and-bull stories.”
The department director’s cheeks flushed as he reluctantly walked away. Then, he stood by the door with a mad expression. “You want to treat that patient? I want to see how you can treat him because if you can’t, you’re going to be a disgrace to Mr. Harrison himself!”