In the middle of the night, Calvin woke up abruptly, thoughts of Lizzie still swirling in his mind. He quietly got out of bed and tiptoed to Lizzie's door, pressing his ear against it to listen for any unusual sounds. There was nothing but the gentle rhythm of her breathing. He sighed in relief and returned to his room, his mind racing with plans to find a way to temporarily take the pendant from Lizzie.Calvin lay awake for a while, thinking about the pendant and its potential dangers. He needed a good reason to ask Lizzie for it without alarming her. Eventually, sleep claimed him again, though it was a restless and uneasy slumber.The next morning, Calvin awoke to the smell of breakfast cooking. He got up and went to the kitchen, where he found Lizzie bustling about, looking healthy and cheerful. The sight of her well-being brought a smile to his face and a sense of relief to his heart."Good morning," Calvin greeted, his voice still groggy from sleep."Good morning, big brother," L
Calvin nodded, though inside he was seething. "Of course. I’ll do whatever it takes to get this sorted out."As the health inspectors began their work, Calvin stepped aside, pulling out his phone to call Tina. "Tina, we have a situation. The Department of Health is here, and we need to comply with their inspection. Please tell all the patients that we are closed for today. Can you ensure all the staff are prepared and have all our documentation ready?"Tina's voice was steady. "Got it, Dr. Hudson. I'll handle everything on my end."Calvin hung up, taking a deep breath. He glanced at the crowd, still being held back by security. Among the faces, he spotted a man who seemed oddly familiar. It was Daniel, the man who had pretended to be a patient the previous day. Calvin's eyes narrowed. He had a feeling this was no coincidence.Determined to clear his name and keep his clinic open, Calvin knew he had to play by the book and cooperate fully. He approached Cynthia again. "Is there anythin
Calvin's heart sank, a heavy weight settling in his chest, but he maintained his composure. "May I see the email?" he asked calmly, though his voice held a slight tremor. Cynthia handed him the tablet, her expression a mix of professionalism and sympathy. Calvin took it, his eyes scanning the official message. Each word seemed to blur into the next, but the gravity of the situation was unmistakable. Someone had acted swiftly and decisively to undermine his practice."There's got to be a mistake," Calvin said, handing the tablet back to Cynthia. "These licenses were all valid and properly obtained. There must be some misunderstanding." Cynthia nodded, though her demeanor remained stern. "I understand your frustration, Mr. Hudson. However according to this email, you need to close your clinic until you can regain the proper permissions. There’s nothing we can do about it right now."Calvin felt a surge of frustration but knew arguing wouldn't help. He took a deep breath, trying to stead
The police approached Calvin and Christina with serious expressions etched on their faces. "Mr. Hudson, we've found no fingerprints of yours on the package," one officer said, his voice measured and calm. "It seems someone used your name irresponsibly."Calvin nodded, a mixture of relief and frustration washing over him. He glanced at Christina, who looked equally relieved but still shaken. "Did you find any other fingerprints?" Calvin asked, trying to maintain his composure.The officer shook his head. "Whoever did this was very careful. They likely used gloves. There's no traceable evidence on the package."Both Calvin and Christina sighed in unison, the tension of the situation palpable. The officer then turned to Christina, his eyes sympathetic. "Ms. Johnson, do you have any enemies? Or perhaps, Mr. Hudson, do you have any enemies who might target you through her?"Calvin's mind immediately went to Kevin Lang. "I have a personal conflict with Dr. Kevin Lang. However, I don’t know
Lionel and Kevin Lang sat in the sprawling garden of the Lang family mansion, sipping tea and sharing a rare moment of camaraderie. The meticulously landscaped grounds, with their perfectly trimmed hedges and blooming flower beds, seemed to bask in the duo's shared sense of triumph. Their laughter echoed through the serene setting, a testament to their recent successes and devious plans.Kevin leaned back in his ornate, wrought-iron chair, a satisfied grin spreading across his face. He twirled his teacup slowly, savoring the moment. "Our plan is working perfectly, Father. Calvin can't open his clinic again. We've successfully shut him down," he declared, his voice filled with smug satisfaction.Lionel nodded, a proud smile lighting up his face as he took another sip of his tea. "Indeed, Kevin. It was a brilliant plan. With my influence at the health department, they'll be too intimidated to grant Calvin his licenses again. We've ensured his downfall," Lionel said, his tone brimming wi
As Kevin and Lionel savored their tea in the expansive garden, their moment of shared victory was interrupted by the sudden ringing of the doorbell. The sound echoed through the mansion, breaking the tranquil ambiance of their celebration. A few moments later, a butler appeared, bowing slightly before delivering the news."Sir, there are two police officers at the door. They wish to speak with Mr. Kevin Lang," the butler reported, his tone respectful but tinged with curiosity.Kevin's brow furrowed in surprise. "What do they want?" he asked, a hint of irritation creeping into his voice.The butler shook his head. "They didn't specify, sir. They only mentioned that they need to speak with you."Kevin exchanged a quick glance with Lionel, whose face had hardened with concern. "I'll meet them in the living room," Kevin said, standing up and brushing invisible dust from his suit.Lionel's voice followed him, firm and commanding. "Kevin, don’t tell me you have any issues with the police."
Lionel sighed deeply, the weight of their schemes settling heavily on his shoulders. He looked at Kevin, his eyes sharp with a mixture of concern and resolve. "Good. The last thing we need right now is to be tangled up with the police."Kevin nodded confidently, though the tension in his jaw betrayed a lingering worry. "This is a false accusation, Father. Rest assured, I have no connection to any of this. Someone is trying to divert our focus, but it won't work."Lionel gave a curt nod, his expression softening slightly as he placed a reassuring hand on Kevin's shoulder. "I believe you. Just ensure that nothing more comes of this. We can't afford any missteps."Kevin smiled, though it was more a determined grimace. "Don't worry, Father. I'll handle it."Lionel watched his son for a moment longer, then turned and walked away, his mind already shifting to the next part of their plan. Kevin stood there for a moment, taking a deep breath and steadying himself. He needed to stay focused.A
Calvin received Christina's message and smiled faintly. He was about to reply when a staff member emerged from an office, addressing Calvin and his lawyer, who were seated in the waiting area of the Health Department. "Your turn, Mr. Hudson."Calvin slipped his phone into his pocket and, along with his lawyer, stood and followed the staff member into the room. Inside, a group of officials from the health department awaited them, including Cynthia Dellaware. The atmosphere was tense and formal."Good morning, Mr. Hudson," Cynthia began, her tone professional but with a hint of regret. "We have reviewed your resubmitted application for the alternative medicine clinic. I'm afraid we have to inform you that your application has been denied again."Calvin's eyes widened in shock. He exchanged a quick glance with his lawyer before stepping forward. "But why?" he asked, unable to keep the frustration out of his voice. "My practice adheres to all regulations for herbal and energy-based treatm