Chapter 20: Forced marriage
"I am sorry it had to be this way. You were my best student. All you have to do is diagnose the patients and let the doctors take over. Also, stay out of the CEO’s sight," Dr. Miss added before walking away.
"At least you are no longer a threat... for now," John added with a chuckle as he left. Patricia stood there, stunned by how the hospital truly operated. How could so much animosity and bitterness exist in a place meant to be built on care and compassion? It felt as though patients’ lives were treated more like trophies than responsibilities. For some reason, it reminded her so much of high school and how she was always bullied. She hoped it was nothing like that, it took her a long time to finally find her courage after being bullied so badly.
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When she got home, Patricia was so exhausted she immediately drifted off into a nap. Later in the evening, the sound of her phone ringing stirred her awake. It was Zara.
’Hello! I got his number. He says you can meet up this weekend. I will send you his contact so you two can talk,’ Zara announced the moment Patricia answered. The news lifted Patricia’s spirits. Finally, something good after such a draining day.
’Thank you, Zara. I hope it wasn’t too stressful?’ She asked, genuinely concerned.
’What do you think?’ Zara groaned. ’I had to kiss up to some of those annoying guys just to get it. But it’s fine, I would do it again for you,’ she added, her tone shifting from irritation to excitement.
’Would you be free to meet him with me this weekend?’ Patricia asked.
’Who do you think chose the weekend? Of course we are going together,’ Zara replied, making Patricia sigh in relief.