Doctor Bertram takes a deep breath and dejectedly sinks into the only free bed in the ward. He entwines his hands and looks up at Lucian, but suddenly, his eyes have a distant look in them. He is directly looking at Lucian, but his gaze is not really on him. More like he is seeing way past the young man in front of him. It is a clear hint that they are in for a long ride.Lucian, understanding that and ready for whatever it is, leans into the wall and crosses his arms against his chest.He is so disgruntled that he wants to get to the bottom of this. Like, he just doesn't understand why humans can be so cruel to one another! Why is the world so evil? Gosh!"You see, Mr. Wood, in this world, there are levels in everything. Ranging from churches, mosques, hospitals, companies, hotels, retail shops, everything! There are levels to everything everywhere! "Every man and woman will always have another man and woman who is bigger than him and her no matter their status!"Discrimination exi
If he knew, he surely wouldn't have said that!Naturally, Lucian should tell him who he is and end the conversation, but he isn't quite ready to reveal his true identity yet, so he merely asks, "Let's imagine I had rights in this hospital and could go up against all those big shots, will you work with me?"'It's just an imagination, right? Then there's no harm in responding honestly' Doctor Bertram thinks. He then smiles and nods. "Yes, I would. I've always wanted this hospital to be a better place.Lucian smiles and steps up to him. "Thank you for being such a good man. I can already see how much of a promising medical director you will be. He pats him on the shoulder twice and looks around. "Where is my friend? I need to quickly say hello to her."Doctor Bertram doesn't hear Lucian's last statement as he is carried away by the second.Medical director? Hah! Is he joking with me? Instead of being surprised, he finds what Lucian said hilarious. There are more than ten doctors senior
"Anyone would have come to this hospital, gotten what they came for, and left without paying me a visit, but you did. That is to show how much you value me, your employee. Thank you so much. I'm grateful.""It's nothing," Lucian waves her off and stands. "I'm glad you're all right. However, I must depart now. Forget about the bills and recuperate; the company will take care of everything. Also, do not consider returning to work once you have been discharged. "I'll have Yvonne prepare a leave for you. She will come pick you up once you are discharged and take you home. Your leave will be lasting for two weeks. Rest well and come back to work after that."The lady's tears freely cascade down her cheeks. He is so kind-hearted. She's never had a boss like him. She makes to stand and kneel to thank him but Lucian quickly holds her back. "Please," he shakes his head."Thank you so much, sir! Thank you!" Since she can't show her appreciation through actions, she says with utmost sincerity.
A bolt of lightning flashes and thunder roars. It's about to rain. The temperature plummets by so many degrees, causing everywhere to become chilly, and a great drastic wind begins blowing in all directions.Lucian trembles. He has just walked out of the hospital into the cold empty boulevard.It should not be forgotten that he wore Helen his shirt to cover her nakedness, leaving him with only his singlet.His gait is becoming heavy and his teeth are gnashing against each other.He curses inwardly. Where the hell is Chad and the tall burly figure? Did they abandon him here to perish?The rain begins drizzling and yet there is no sign of Chad's car. Lucian is torn between continuing to walk and returning to the hospital. Who knows if the boulevard ahead is safe? No one would want to walk into danger.But he also doesn't want to go back to the hospital now. He hates the scent there. He's never liked hospitals. Never.Now that he is thinking about the hospital, his mind drops to somethin
Lucian has every right to be angry. He has every right to despise them. Maureen and the paramedics are not surprised that he is being this cold toward them. They know the grave of their crimes. It's not wrong to say that they are quite lucky that they are still alive. It goes on to show how kind-hearted Lucian is.They drop to their knees still clutching the door handle. They are soaked from the rain, but they don't seem to care. They must have a motive."Please, Mr. Wood, we acted out of ignorance. The mistake has already been done and we've been punished. But we seek your forgiveness and hope that if our paths ever cross in the future, you wouldn't judge us for our past. Please all we want is your forgiveness. Please, Mr. Wood!" Maureen bows face flat on the wet boulevard and cries out."Miss Maureen is right, Sir. All we want is your forgiveness.""Yes, please forgive us. We know you've done enough by letting us live even after all we did and said to you. But please forgive us. Plea
"We are supposed to fly to Washington, DC., Young Master Hutton as per your request but I'm not sure that's possible anymore with the child in your care and the heavy downpour. As of now, we are only trying to leave this remote area back to Breckenridge, Ave.""No need to return to Breckenridge, Ave. Not at all. Do you want to kill me, Chad?" He grits his teeth and curses incoherently, clutching his belly tightly. "Ah!" He groans out. His stomach feels like it's about to be ripped apart. The worms are not taking it easy with him."Are you alright, Young Master Hutton?" Chad hastily turns and asks, staring softly at him."I'm not alright, Chad! Can't you see? I'm hungry! Like, I'm fucking starving! My stomach feels like it's about to be ripped apart. The worms in my belly are feeding on my intestines. It hurts so badly."Chad hastily picks up his phone in a panic. How can he sit here and watch his Young Master die of starvation? What will he tell Mr. Michael? Will he tell him that hun
In a Regal palace made of pure gold and luxurious accessories, a little boy is sitting on an elevated throne amongst nine Lords. It's the Ocean Lords! He is sitting on a throne higher than that of the Ocean Lords! Just like them, he has a golden crown on his head and is dressed in royal apparel. But the only difference is that while their apparels and crowns are plain there are Python symbols at the back of his apparel and in the front of his crown. This seems to signify his status as the formidable Python Lord!He sits leisurely with his leg crossed, his appearance exuding elegance and sovereignty.The Ocean Lords are staring at him with admiration and respect. He is but a seven years old lad yet he has done things and accomplished feats most people can only dream of doing or accomplishing. He has achieved feats even they can't dream of achieving. He is the Python Lord. The Lord of Lords!Even for formidable figures like them, being in his presence is an honor.There is a friendly
Having decided on that, Chad dishes the food and hurries back to the room, straight to Lucian who has been expectantly waiting, and extends the pasta bowl of food to him.Lucian beams as if he's just won a lottery, as soon as Chad passes to him the pasta bowl full of more beef and vegetable fried rice. He hastily takes it from him and digs in.Just like in the first, in less than five minutes, Lucian also finishes the food, and this time, he feels like he has eaten something. He, however, desires some more, but for some reasons, he refrains from asking for that and instead, requests a glass of water.One of the reasons is the simple fact that he doesn't want Chad to think he is a glutton. He had only eaten that much because he was too hungry. And still wants more because that hunger hasn't been entirely quenched. Anyone in his shoes would be as much hungry as he is, or even more!"Are you positive you want only water, Young Master Hutton?" Chad inquires sarcastically, a grin forming