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The Doctor's Reckoning Chapter 100: Saved
Joaquin sat in his office, his elbows resting heavily on his desk as his eyes burned holes into the medical report in front of him. The words blurred together from how long he’d been staring at them, but the anger rising in his chest kept him focused.Wrong medication was administered.It was right there, in black and white. He flipped through the pages again, his fingers tight on the paper, and the more he read, the clearer the pattern became. This wasn’t a simple mistake — this was sabotage.His jaw clenched. He should’ve seen this coming.Joaquin pushed back from his desk and stood, his movements stiff with frustration. He ran a hand through his hair, trying to calm the storm inside him. Whoever had done this… they weren’t just coming after his career. They were targeting Faye’s life. And that was something he wouldn’t — couldn’t — forgive.He grabbed the report and strode out of his office, his footsteps echoing through the sterile hospital corridors. The staff greeted him wi
The Doctor's Reckoning Chapter 101: She's Awake
Joaquin sat quietly by Faye’s bedside, his hand wrapped around Serena’s.“She’s waking up,” Serena said softly.Joaquin glanced at the monitor again — her vitals confirmed it. The anticipation was eating him alive.Moments later, Faye’s eyelids fluttered open.“Ms. De Vera?” Joaquin called gently.Faye let out a weak sound, her face twisting as she tried to clear her blurry vision.Serena sighed in relief. “I’ll call the senator.”Joaquin nodded, his attention immediately going back to Faye, checking her breathing. She was stable now.“D-Dad?” Faye’s voice was hoarse and barely audible.Joaquin’s gaze softened. “We’re calling him, Ms. De Vera.”“What… what happened?” she asked, her voice weak and confused.Joaquin’s throat worked, his jaw tightening as he tried to suppress the anger simmering just beneath the surface.“You had a reaction… but it’s over now. You’re healing. Are you in pain?”Faye closed her eyes again. She was so exhausted — her body felt like it had been run over by a
The Doctor's Reckoning Chapter 102: Black Magic
Andrew walked briskly down the hallway, his mind racing with frustration. There was no way he was going to let Joaquin win this easily. He still didn’t understand how Joaquin had managed to save Faye De Vera, but one thing was certain — Andrew wouldn’t stop until Joaquin was brought down.He was about to step into the elevator when a voice called out behind him."Dr. Alvarez!"Andrew halted, turning to his left to find Carlo rushing toward him, breathless. Carlo stopped by his side, his face pale and tense, and Andrew’s brow furrowed in concern.“What is it?” Andrew asked, his tone sharp.Carlo took a deep breath, glancing around the hallway as if making sure no one else was around. Then he spoke in a low, urgent voice.“You need to see this.”He pulled out his phone, tapped on the screen, and hit play on a video.At first, Andrew didn’t understand what he was watching. The footage was grainy, the hospital’s dim lighting casting strange shadows. But when he realized the man on the scr
The Doctor's Reckoning Chapter 103: I Like you
After everything that had happened, Joaquin felt like he could sleep for an entire day. Faye De Vera was finally stable — safe and far from danger. They still didn’t know who had tried to harm her, but Joaquin was sure the truth would come out eventually.For now, though, all he wanted was to go home and rest. He hadn’t had a proper night’s sleep in days, and exhaustion weighed heavily on his body.He was waiting at the bus stop outside the hospital when a sleek, expensive car pulled up in front of him. He instinctively took a step back, assuming the car had stopped for someone else. But his eyes widened in surprise when the driver’s side window rolled down, and he saw Serena behind the wheel.“Joaquin! Are you heading home?” she called out cheerfully.Joaquin gave her a small, tired nod. “Yeah. What about you? Are you waiting for someone?”Serena shook her head and reached over to push open the passenger door from inside. “Get in! I’ll drive you home.”“W-What? Oh, you really don’t h
The Doctor's Reckoning Chapter 104: Start of something new
The next day, Joaquin arrived home with a smile he just couldn’t wipe off his face. No matter what he did, his mind kept replaying the events of last night — Serena’s warm laughter, the sparkle in her eyes, and of course… their confession to each other.I like you too, Joaquin.He’d heard those words over and over again in his head, but every time he remembered them, his heart still fluttered. It felt like he was floating on air — a feeling he hadn’t experienced in a long time.When he entered the house, he found Jasmine having coffee in the kitchen. He hadn’t even sat down when she noticed the unusual grin plastered on his face.“Well, well! What’s going on with you? You seem to have woken up in an awfully good mood,” she teased, a playful lilt in her voice.“Nothing,” Joaquin answered, trying to keep his voice neutral, but his smile betrayed him.“Nothing, huh?” Jasmine arched an eyebrow, clearly unconvinced. “Don’t even try to fool me, Joaquin. Something happened last night, didn’
The Doctor's Reckoning Chapter 105: Accusations
Joaquin’s phone buzzed just as he was reviewing a patient’s chart. When he saw Rick’s name on the screen, he answered quickly, his tone casual.“Hey, Rick. What’s up?”“Joaquin,” Rick’s voice was low and serious. “Miguel Suarez wants to see you tonight. At his mansion.”Joaquin froze for a moment, his fingers tightening around the phone. The mention of Miguel Suarez’s name sent a chill down his spine — it was never good news when that man wanted a meeting.“Tonight?” he repeated, keeping his voice steady.“Yes. He said it’s important,” Rick confirmed. “Don’t be late.”“Got it. I’ll be there.”As he ended the call, Joaquin leaned back in his chair, his mind already racing. What did Miguel Suarez want with him? He had a feeling this meeting wouldn’t just be a friendly chat.But before he could dwell too much on it, his pager went off.“Dr. Joaquin, please report to hospital security immediately.”Frowning, he stood up and made his way to the security office. The air grew heavier with ea
The Doctor's Reckoning Chapter 106: The Tiger Party
The news spread like wildfire.It started as whispers in the hospital corridors — hushed, curious voices that quickly turned into harsh accusations. By the end of the day, Joaquin’s name was all over the media, his face flashing on news reports with headlines that painted him as a reckless doctor accused of malpractice. The patient’s family had gone public with their grief, claiming their loved one had died because of his negligence.And once the story hit the airwaves, the public turned savage.Joaquin barely recognized the world outside his home anymore. He stayed indoors, blinds drawn, phone turned off. Every time he glanced at his screen, his social media was flooded with comments — some demanding justice, others spewing hate. People he didn’t even know called him a murderer, a fraud. The same hands that once applauded him for his medical brilliance were now pointing fingers.The worst blow came when Senator De Vera entered the conversation.In a live press conference, the sen
The Doctor's Reckoning Chapter 107: I want to meet him
The Villareal mansion stood like a fortress — grand, imposing, and steeped in quiet power. Its sprawling estate was a reflection of the family that owned it, a dynasty built on influence, wealth, and ruthlessness. Inside its gilded walls, whispers of power struggles and secrets often drifted through the air like a permanent haze.In one of the opulent sitting rooms, James Villareal lounged on a velvet armchair, a glass of whiskey in his hand, the corners of his mouth curled into a satisfied smirk. Across from him, his mother, Gracia Villareal, watched him with approval, her eyes gleaming with the kind of pride that only came from seeing her schemes unfold perfectly.“I told you patience would pay off,” Gracia said, her voice smooth and warm with satisfaction. “Look at what’s happening now. Joaquin Lopez’s name is being dragged through the mud. His reputation is in ruins.”James chuckled, swirling the amber liquid in his glass. “It’s about time. He’s been a thorn in my side for far too
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Chapter 200: The Ring’s Reckoning
The sting of blood in his mouth was sharp.Metallic.Familiar.But it was the pressure in his gut—the searing pain of Lina's clawed hand still warm from piercing him—that blurred the edges of Joaquin’s vision.He couldn’t move.Not right away.His body was frozen from shock, heat and cold dancing across his spine like a cruel joke.He gasped for air, lips trembling, eyes barely holding onto the sight of Lina’s triumphant smirk.“Thanks for surrendering the ring to me,” she whispered again, her voice soaked in vict
Chapter 199: The Final battle 1
The arena was silent.Joaquin couldn’t deny the nerves coiling in his stomach as he stood at the edge, preparing for his final match.He had triumphed in his last two battles. But even before this one began, he knew—it was going to be hard.Not because his opponent was powerful.But because once again, he would be facing her—Lina.The same girl who had stolen his ring.To this day, she hadn’t given him a single reason why.He used to think he didn’t want to know. But when he saw her fight, he realized—there was som
Chapter 198: Shadows and Sparks
After his earlier match, Joaquin chose to stay in the room for a while longer, waiting for the call to his next battle.Outside, the muffled cheers of the crowd echoed through the concrete walls—constant, rhythmic waves of energy that reminded him: the war was far from over.He shut his eyes for a moment and let the ambient noise fade into the background.Then came a soft knock.A young attendant peeked in, eyes wide with a mixture of excitement and nerves. “Mr. Lopez, the next round’s schedule has been posted. Your match is in two hours.”Joaquin gave a small nod, offering a faint but polite smile. “Thank you.”As the door clicked shut, he stoo
Chapter 197: The First Clash
Joaquin woke up early the next day, readying himself for his first match. Stage Two of the competition had officially begun.He was already inside the waiting room, silently preparing as he waited for his turn. From where he sat, he could hear the roar of the crowd echoing from the arena. There were a few matches scheduled before his, which gave him time—but not peace.The arena was vast—an expanse of polished concrete with high ceilings that amplified every sound. Bright lights bathed the place in a sterile glow, casting long shadows that danced with every movement. Rows upon rows of seats circled the central platform, where the fighters for Stage Two were beginning to prove themselv
Chapter 196: The Last 50
Joaquin adjusted the collar of his coat as he stood outside the grand venue, staring up at the towering building before him. The banquet for the fifty remaining contenders of the Blue Tiger Ranking Competition was being held at a luxury estate—one reserved for elite sponsors and facilitators. Nothing about this place felt casual. Every inch screamed prestige, wealth, and quiet pressure.He wasn’t nervous. But he wasn’t calm, either.For the past two days, he had trained relentlessly at the Suarez estate—throwing punches, dodging blows, simulating combat over and over again with Rick and Cedrick. He barely slept. Barely ate. Not because of the competition—
Chapter 195: A Celebration
After the announcement, Joaquin returned to the Suarez estate. He decided to spend the next three days there to prepare for the upcoming stage. He was already thinking of a plan—how to get his ring back.“Well, congratulations to you, Joaquin! I knew you'd make it,” Miguel said, beaming. He sounded like a proud father celebrating his son’s success.He raised his wine glass.Joaquin gave a small smile and toasted with him.As a celebration of his victory, Miguel had prepared a dinner.Rick and Cedrick were also there to join them.Miguel sat at the center of the long dining table. His son sat to his right, while Joaquin sat to his left.
Chapter 194: The Announcement
Joaquin didn’t stay long at the hospital. As soon as he had recovered, he left immediately. An invitation card had arrived for him—sent by the facilitator of the Blue Tiger Ranking Competition. That day, the winners of Stage One would be officially announced.Joaquin didn’t really want to go. But he had something he needed to get back. He had to reclaim his ring. And he was certain Lina would be there.He didn’t bother dressing up. He simply wore the formal suit Rick had lent him. Rick also drove him to the venue.He entered the hall.
Chapter 193: Lost Ring
Joaquin slowly opened his eyes.The hum of the fluorescent lights above was the first thing he became aware of. His vision adjusted gradually to the blinding white ceiling. For a few seconds, he just stared up in confusion. The sterile white walls, the smell of antiseptic, the pristine linens... it all registered in bits and pieces.A hospital?He turned his head cautiously. Beside him were machines softly beeping, their rhythm oddly comforting. A drip was attached to his arm. His head ached—not sharp pain, just a dull, persistent throb, like a faded memory of something violent.
Chapter 192: Ending
Joaquin continued walking, gripping his knife tightly. Even after that battle with the creature, he couldn’t let his guard down.His legs were dragging with every step. It was only then he realized one of them had a deep wound.Sure, it wasn’t his first time facing strange creatures—but never something like that... Half-human, or whatever it was.He had a strong suspicion it was part of the Black Viper Society. Maybe one of their failed experiments. Maybe that’s why it turned out that way.When he turned a corner in the maze, his legs finally gave out. He slumped to the ground and leaned against the wall, breathing deeply.
—— To be Continued... ——
