Chapter Nine
Author: Pen thinker
last update2024-11-15 18:26:26

Chapter nine

The word “Supreme black card” rippled through the lobby like a stone dropped in still water. Immediately Conversations halted mid-sentence. Private bankers emerged from their offices. Even the security guards straightened their postures.

“The Supreme Black Card...” someone whispered reverently. “Only forty-eight exist worldwide...“

Immediately the crowd started gathering discreetly, pretending to check deposit slips while stealing glances.

The card's obsidian surface seemed to absorb light, its platinum inlays catching the crystal chandelier's glow.

Jessica, who was close to the scene, froze at the VIP counter, her transaction forgotten as she turned to stare.

That simple- village doctor... holding one of the world's most exclusive banking symbols? Her perfectly shaped brows furrowed in confusion.

She thought Damien was poor but how on earth did he get his hands on such a valuable card.

“Sir, if you'll just verify with your fingerprint,”

The employee voice had transformed from condescension to honey-sweet respect.

Damien was getting uncomfortable with the scene it was creating.

Without wasting any more time he placed his finger on the scanner. Immediately a harsh beep cut through the reverent silence.

Red lights flashed.

“Fingerprint mismatch detected.” the system announced coldly.

Seeing what just happened,the employee's face changed immediately.

“Security!”

She barked, all pretense of respect vanishing.

“We have attempted fraud. Did you really think you could walk in here with a stolen Supreme Black Card?”

Her laugh was sharp and mean. “The police will be very interested in this.”

At that moment the watching crowd's admiration turned to sneers and whispers.

Jessica's lips curved into a satisfied smirk as she watched karma unfold.

“Ha!“

Jessica's laughter cut through her intense thinking.

“I knew it was all fake. All that calm acting, pretending to be rich...”

She turned around, not wanting anything to implicate her, her designer shoe clicking against marble as she stormed toward the exit.

“What a joke!”

The employee was already reaching for his phone, with satisfaction written across his face.

“I'll have the police here in—”

“What is going on here?”

A deep voice resonated through the lobby.

The crowd parted as Director Fred strode forward, his bespoke suit and silver hair radiating authority. His eyes narrowed at the scene before him.

“Director, this person attempted to—”

The employee began smugly.

“Attempted to present a Supreme Black Card?”

Director Fred's voice could have frozen fire.

“And your first response wasn't to notify senior management immediately? but the police.”

His face was a mask of cold fury as he approached the employee, who had gone pale as marble.

“You imbecile!”

The crack of his palm against her cheek echoed through the space.

“Slap!!”

"For a Supreme Black Card holder – and you used a regular scanner?”

Immediately the employee hand flew to her reddening cheek.

“Director, I—”

“Silence!”

He turned sharply.

“Security!”

At that moment two guards materialized instantly, their faces grim.

“Go Clear her desk. And escort her out. Immediately.”

His words cut like ice.

“And make sure everyone knows – she's blacklisted from the entire banking sector.”

Upon hearing what director Fred just said the watching crowd suddenly found their paperwork fascinating.

Private bankers who had emerged to watch the drama melted back into their offices. Customers buried their faces in their phones, though their ears remained alert to every word.

The employee couldn't say anything as the

guards escorted her out.

immediately Fred turned to Damien with a deep bow.

“My sincerest apologies for this unprofessional behavior. Supreme card holders receive... special verification procedures.”

Immediately Director Fred gestured toward the private elevator.

“Please, honored guests. Allow me to escort you to our VIP suite personally. We'll handle this matter with the discretion it deserves.”

Damian quietly followed the director.

After some minutes he came back.

“Everything is in order, honored guest,”

Director Fred smiled, sliding the new diamond card across the polished mahogany table.

“A small token of our appreciation for Supreme cardholders. Though of course, it hardly compares to your existing privileges.”

Damian nodded politely, tucking both cards away. The Supreme card's weight felt different now – Senior Sister Hazel hadn't mentioned its true significance when she'd given it to him.

All of his transactions were completed and Damien left.

Outside the bank, he paused on the marble steps. He needed to find the rare herbs for Serenity’s grandfather... Morning Star Root, Phoenix Dawn Flower, Nine-Lives Grass. But here in the capital he doesn't know where to get them and his connections..

At that moment he pulled out his phone, finding Sophia's number.

She answered on the second ring.

“Doctor Damien?”

Her voice carried a pleased surprise.

“I didn't expect—”

“Miss Sophia,”

he cut in quietly.

“I need help in getting some rare medicinal herbs and I need your help.”

“Of course! I'd be happy to...”

She paused.

“Though I'm in a meeting right now. Could I call you back immediately when I'm free?”

“That's fine.”

Damien's mind was already calculating dosages and preparation times.

“I'll wait for your call.”

Sophia slipped her phone back into her designer bag, trying to keep her hands from trembling. Across the private tearoom's table, War Goddess Serenity sat with perfect military posture, her presence seeming to consume all the air in the room.m

The afternoon sun streaming through floor-to-ceiling windows caught Serenity's medals, creating brief flashes that made Sophia want to flinch. Instead, she forced herself to maintain a polite smile, though her fingers twisted nervously in her lap beneath the table.

However Serenity's blood-red lips curved slightly as she observed Sophia's discomfort. She hadn't spoken since the pleasantries ten minutes ago, merely sipping her tea with calculated precision while Sophia grew increasingly anxious.

‘Why would the War Goddess request a private meeting?’

Sophia wondered, acutely aware that one word from Serenity could make or break her family's business interests.

War Goddess Serenity stern expression softened deliberately, though the effect was somewhat like watching steel try to bend into silk.

“Please, be at ease,”

she said, her battlefield command voice attempting gentleness.

“I've come to ask for your assistance.”

Upon hearing what Serenity just said Sophia nearly choked on her tea. The War Goddess – whose mere name could open any door in the capital – needed her help? She quickly dabbed her lips with a napkin, trying to process this revelation.

“My... help?”

she said, wondering if she'd somehow misheard.

Serenity fingers tensed slightly around her teacup.

“Yes, your help.”

She paused, choosing her words carefully.

“I heard about your grandfather's condition. His remarkable recovery, and I hear it was a young doctor doing.”

Sophia's eyes widened with understanding.

“The young doctor who treated him,”

Serenity continued, her voice carrying an unusual note of hope beneath its usual authority.

“I need his help. Would you help me with his contact?”

Related Chapters

  • The understated miraculous Doctor.   Chapter Ten

    Sophia's heart skipped a beat as the pieces clicked together. Dr. Kyle urgent phone call, his desperate attempt to get Damien's contact – it had all been about Serenity's grandfather. However before Sophia could process everything Serenity Continued. “In return for this information,” Serenity leaned forward slightly, her voice carrying the weight of power. “I'll owe your family a favor. Any favor, even if it's not now but later, I will honor the favor.” Her red lips curved into an all serious face. “you understand what that could mean for the Nathaniel family's future?” Upon hearing what Serenity just said Sophia fingers trembled around her teacup. Without being told she knew One word from the War Goddess could open doors her family had been knocking on for years. Business permits, government contracts, social connections – everything would become possible. The temptation twisted in her stomach like a knife. But then she remembered how Damien had specifically declined

  • The understated miraculous Doctor.   Chapter Eleven

    Upon seeing what just happened the silence that followed was absolute.Ryan's eyes bulged as he registered the taste of dog poo. His face turned green, then white, then a sickly combination of both. He scrambled backward, champagne glasses crashing to the floor as he desperately clawed at his mouth, retching and using the champagne to rinse his mouth.“You... you...”Ryan spat repeatedly, his designer suit rumpled as he staggered to his feet.“I'll kill you!”Without wasting any more time he charged forward like a drunken bull. Damein simply pivoted, his foot connecting with Ryan's chest in a precise strike.Immediately Ryan crashed into the velvet sofa, sending bottles and glasses flying.“Know your place,”Damien's voice cut through the chaos, cold as winter frost.“Next time, I won't be so gentle.”At that moment no one could say anything, their mouths opened like fish out of the water.However the stunned silence was broken by a phone's cheerful ringtone. Jin glanced at the scre

  • The understated miraculous Doctor.   Chapter Twelve

    “It has to be a coincidence.”Ryan muttered, but uncertainty crept into his voice. “No, no,” Victoria shook her head frantically. “There's no way. Sophia Nathaniel wouldn’t possibly be having a meeting with that loser...”But her voice lacked conviction.Hearing what Sophia just said, Young Master Landon's confident smile faltered as he watched their faces. “What's going on? Why do you all look like he's some kind of a real deal?” “That village doctor,” Victoria blurted out, twisting her Cartier bracelet nervously. “He just left here claiming he had a meeting with Sophia at Crystal Bay and you're saying you met Sophia at the same place.” Landon's perfectly maintained expression cracked. A muscle twitches in his jaw as he loosened his tie even more. “He what?” “It's nothing,” Jessica cut in quickly, noticing the dangerous glint in Landon's eyes. She forced a laugh that sounded brittle even to her own ears. “Think about it logically, for someone who pretend

  • The understated miraculous Doctor.   Chapter Thirteen

    Damien's eyes met hers, and for a moment, she glimpsed something harder beneath his calm exterior. “Endless charity breeds endless demands. Help everyone, and soon they'll view your kindness as an obligation.” He turned back to the window, his reflection carrying a shadow of past lessons learned. “Some people see generosity as weakness. They'll take your goodwill, then repay it with betrayal when it suits them.” The bitterness in Damien's last words made Sophia wonder what experiences had taught him such caution, even as she admired the clarity of his principles. Sophia decided not to push any further, she could tell Damien isn't interested and it's unwise of her to push again. At that moment Damien stood up. “ I will see you in four hours.” Sophia couldn't help but nod. Damien then walked away as the afternoon sun cast long shadows between the capital's luxury high-rises as Damien brought out his phone and started browsing real estate listings on his phone. Anyth

  • The understated miraculous Doctor.   CHAPTER Fourteen

    “A kind young Mister gave it to me,” the boy replied, hope rising in his chest. “I'll buy it,” the man declared instantly, already reaching for his wallet. “Name your price.” Upon hearing the man has agreed to buy the card the boy said immediately “The Mister said to give you this,” the boy pulled out the carefully folded note, slightly crumpled from his protective grip. Without wasting any more time the man collected the paper, his eyes widened as he read the precise conditions. *Purchase a three-bedroom apartment in the Golden Bay residence complex for the children's immediate use and must be fully furnished. * Set up a trust fund of 10 million dollars for basic living expenses. *Establish a separate education fund of 5 million dollars, specifically for both children through university. *Arrange for a full-time caretaker until the boy turns eighteen “These are... substantial requirements,” the man murmured, his fingers tracing the jade card's ancient

  • The understated miraculous Doctor.   CHAPTER Fifteen

    At that moment the pain in Ryan's body suddenly felt distant as hope flooded his system. After five years of watching his mother's condition deteriorate, after countless specialists had given up they finally have hope again.“I'm coming home now,” he gasped, already staggering to his feet. At the same time, in a luxurious office.Serenity finger moved across the company reports with practiced precision, even though she is a war goddess but she still knows how to handle company affairs. Her office is quiet except for the soft searching of how to get the service of a miracle doctor, but after five hours of searching the web she hasn't been able to come up with anything Concrete. And at the same time she is expecting a call from Sophia. “War Goddess!” Her aide burst in, then immediately straightened, remembering protocol. “My apologies for the interruption, but—” “Speak.” Her arms on the keyboard never paused. “The Zachary family...” The aide's voice trembled with e

  • The understated miraculous Doctor.   Chapter Sixteen

    Damien stood at the intersection of West Street and Pearl Avenue, the sun beginning to flicker on around him. His mind wandered to the little shoe-shine boy, wondering who actually got the card and activated it.At that moment a Bentley Mulsanne glided to a stop before him, its midnight paint reflecting the lights.immediately.The back door opened, and Ryan emerged, straightening his designer suit with practiced importance. undermining the pain he was in.Immediately jaw clenched involuntarily at the sight of Damien – the same man who had humiliated him hours ago, who had sent him flying through crates like a ragdoll.His hands trembled with barely suppressed rage, and he shoved them deep into his pockets to hide it. The memory of the warehouse scene made his broken ribs throb with both pain and shame.‘Control yourself’ he thought, forcing down the urge to call another group of men again. However the miracle doctor would arrive any minute – he couldn't risk making a scene.His eye

  • The understated miraculous Doctor.   Chapter Seventeen

    At that moment Serenity perfectly maintained composure slipped, her eyes widening as she recognized Damien. The legendary miracle healer they'd all been waiting for was the same man she rejected and made mockery of.She couldn't say anything but froze in her position.Chairman Zachary's expectant smile froze, then faltered as he took in Damien simple clothes.He was expecting some kind of an older man, but what he was seeing in front of him was someone not older than his son.At that moment his gaze darted between his son and the supposed miracle doctor, confusion evident in his furrowed brow.“Ryan,”he whispered urgently to his son, pulling him aside. “Are you certain this is... I mean...” He gestured helplessly at Damien's understated appearance. “The legendary healer would surely have an entourage, or at least someone older with many servants..."The contrast between their expectations – of some distinguished elder surrounded by assistants and medical equipment – and the young m

Latest Chapter

  • Chapter Hundred and Ninety Three

    At that moment Damien pushed his chair back, standing up with no hesitation. He had nothing more to say.Jessica, however, felt a sinking disappointment in her chest.‘This wasn’t how I wanted this to go…’She had imagined things differently. After the truth came out, she thought there would at least be a moment—just a small moment—where things wouldn’t feel so tense. Where maybe, just maybe, she and Damien could sit without resentment filling the air between them.But now, he was already leaving.Then her fingers clenched slightly under the table before she quickly forced herself to speak.“Damien,” she called, her voice softer than before.He stopped but didn’t turn.Jessica took a deep breath, then stood up as well. “I just… I just want to apologize again,” she said, her voice wavering slightly. “For everything that happened before. I didn’t know what I was doing then, and I’m sorry.”Damien let out a slow breath before turning his head slightly to glance at her. “No problem,” he

  • Chapter Hundred and Ninety Two

    Hearing Damien words Jessica blinked, caught completely off guard by Damien’s cold and sharp response.She had expected him to be distant, maybe even annoyed, but this? This was different.The way he spoke—flat, uninterested, almost irritated—made it painfully clear.He doesn’t want to be here. He doesn’t even want to see her.At that moment her fingers twitched slightly, pressing against her lap as a strange wave of unease washed over her. She suddenly felt like a fool for calling him, for insisting on this meeting when, deep down, she already knew the answer.Then her throat went dry. Her mind scrambled for words.“I-I—” she started, then stopped.Her fingers curled tighter.However Damien’s gaze was steady, unreadable. He wasn’t going to help her out of this. He was waiting.Jessica swallowed hard, her voice barely coming out properly. “I-I mean… I already asked you before but…”Her voice faltered again, her nerves making her stammer worse. She forced a deep breath, trying to reg

  • Chapter Hundred and Ninety One

    Winston raised an eyebrow immediately, he was clearly caught off guard by Megan's words. His fingers tapped against the table impatiently.“A response?” he repeated, his voice laced with confusion. “What kind of response do you want?”Then Jefferson smirked, leaning slightly forward. “Listen to the briefing first,” he said smoothly. “If you like what you hear, then we’ll tell you what we want. And if you agree to our terms, we’ll give you everything you need on Damien. After that, you can do whatever you want with him.”Hearing what Jefferson just said London’s jaw clenched slightly, his anger barely contained. This wasn’t what he expected. He thought they would come here, get information, and finally get rid of Damien.But now, there were conditions?Winston glanced at London, seeing the frustration in his eyes. He wasn’t pleased either, but neither of them wanted to leave empty-handed.And London—London needed this. The anger boiling inside him was too much. Damien had humiliated

  • Chapter Hundred and Ninety

    At that moment Serenity closed the file slowly, her fingers pressing against the edges as she let out a quiet breath. She had all the confirmation she needed now—Damien was truly from the same city as her. His past, his parents, even the close friends still handling one of his father’s companies—it all checked out.But just because the information was there didn’t mean she fully trusted it.“No,” she thought. “I’ll do my own background check. I’ll get to the bottom of everything myself.”At that moment She lifted her head and turned to the brain. “Thank you,” she said, her voice calm, her expression unreadable. “At least now my mind is off this matter.”Hearing what Serenity just said the brain nodded slightly, watching her carefully. He didn’t say anything else.Serenity was about to turn away, about to leave the room and put distance between herself and this whole situation, when Damien’s voice cut through the air.“I hope you’re not going to disturb me anymore, Serenity,” he said

  • Chapter Hundred and Eighty Nine

    Serenity stepped back slightly, still staring in disbelief. She felt cold, her thoughts racing fast inside her mind. All this time, she'd been sure Damien was dangerous. She believed he was here to hurt them, that he had been lying all along. But now she found out Damien was actually helping them.“How could I be so wrong?”Serenity thought deeply, feeling her heart slowly sinking inside her chest.She turned quickly and looked at Damien, who still sat calmly, quietly watching her. He didn't say a word, but his eyes seemed to softly tell her, Now do you finally believe me?Serenity felt even more confused. She never expected Damien was on their side. She never imagined he was actually their spy.She was not expecting any of that. She actually thought Damien was a bad person. Damien was an informant, actually a spy for the enemy.But hearing he was actually a spy for them and Serenity was still very, very shocked.Serenity stood there, her fists still clenched, her heart burning with f

  • Chapter Hundred and Eighty Eight

    At that moment Serenity quickly turned toward the door. Her eyes opened wide in surprise when she saw the brain standing there. She knew he was coming, but she didn't think he would get here so soon.“What's happening here, War Goddess?” the brain asked calmly, his voice clear and deep.Then Serenity straightened herself, her heart still beating fast from what had just happened. “I was interrogating this man named Damien,” she replied, keeping her voice firm, but respectful.At that moment the brain stepped closer, looking at Damien carefully. “And why exactly are you interrogating him yourself? Isn't that the job of your men? or perhaps the interrogating units”Serenity nodded. She took a deep breath, calming herself as best she could.“I wanted to do it myself because this Damien is not a simple person. He knows too many things about Somerville—things he shouldn't know.”Then the brain raised an eyebrow slightly, his face serious but calm. “Explain clearly.”“Damien has no records,

  • Chapter Hundred and Eighty Seven

    At that moment in time Serenity’s eyes grew dark with anger. She leaned forward quickly and grabbed Damien by the neck, her fingers tightening around his throat.“You really think I'm weak, Damien?” she whispered coldly, pressing just a little harder. “Now I'll show you exactly how I became the War Goddess.”Damien stared straight at her. His face stayed calm, and he didn't even try to push her hands away. At that moment Serenity felt confused, because anyone else would have been fighting to breathe by now.“Are you going to speak, Damien?” Serenity asked, squeezing his neck a little more tightly. “Or should I press harder?”Damien still didn't move. He didn't fight or try to push her away. He just looked right into her eyes, calm and quiet. Serenity was surprised—this wasn't how things usually went.“Why aren't you fighting back?” Serenity asked, sounding angry but also confused. “Aren't you afraid?”Damien gave her a small, calm smile. His voice was soft when he finally spoke. “Ser

  • Chapter Hundred and Eighty Six

    Immediately Serenity left the house Elvis knelt quickly on the floor, her eyes wide and heart racing. Carefully, he began scooping the herbs into a small glass tube he had brought with her. His fingers shook just a little, knowing how important this moment was.“This is it,” Elvis whispered quietly, his hands moving fast. “This is my chance.”He he carefully placed each tiny piece of the broken herbs into the glass tube, making sure not even the smallest bit was left behind.At that moment in time his heart beat faster as thoughts raced through her mind.If I can just study these herbs closely, Elvis thought, then I’ll finally understand why Damian is so confident. He planned to use them on Serenity's grandfather, but now it's my chance. I can learn all the secrets of these herbs.At that moment a smile started forming on Elvis’s lips, small and careful. She knew very well how good Damian's medicines always were. If she wasn't careful, Damian might still manage to use these herbs tomo

  • Chapter Hundred and Eighty Five

    Damien stood quietly, his eyes calm. He watched as Serenity pointed at him, her voice sharp and strong.“Arrest him now!” she shouted.At once, the men moved quickly into the room. Their faces showed no feeling as they moved toward Damien.Damien just stood there, not afraid at all. Instead, a small smile came onto his face, gentle but strong.“Serenity,” he asked softly, almost friendly, “do you really think this is the best choice?”Serenity looked at him coldly. Her eyes were hard, but Damien saw that deep inside she was not as sure as she seemed.“You think I'm joking, Damien?” she said loudly. “You have crossed the line!”Damien shook his head softly, smiling just a little.“What did I do, Serenity?” Damian asked gently. “Do you even know why you're doing this?”At that moment Serenity stared at Damien. For a short moment, she was quiet. Her eyes were thinking hard. But then, she shook her head as if shaking off her thoughts.“It doesn't matter,” Serenity said strongly, looking

Scan code to read on App