Chapter 50

Charlotte lifted her gaze just as Hector rushed over, his expression tense with urgency. He wore a black overcoat, its rumpled navy collar betraying the fact that he had hurriedly thrown it on over his sleepwear. Charlotte was deeply moved by Hector's unkempt appearance and the haste with which he had arrived. Clearly, he was a doctor who took his responsibilities seriously. "Daniel, where's the patient?" "Inside. Please." At Daniel's word, a doctor immediately opened the hospital room door. No one dared to stop Hector—any delay could cost a life, and that was a responsibility no one was willing to bear. Betty's eyes lit up with hope as Hector reached Elyse's bedside. She immediately removed her mask and said respectfully, "Thank you for coming." Word had already spread—the patient's family had secured a liver specialist. This was the best outcome the hospital could achieve with limited medical technology and equipment. But Hector wasted no time on pleasantries. He cut straig