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“If we find evidence of his drug abuse, we can strike a strong blow and disrupt the Schmidt Group.”
Jeremy pondered briefly before saying, “But there’s a problem. He’s heavily guarded in the hospital. How do we get evidence?”
“Exactly. Ms. Alyssa, he’s likely very careful about his tracks. Other than Carl, he probably trusts no one else. Even if we wanted to report him, we lack proof,” Sean added, feeling the tight spot.
“It’s because he’s in the hospital that we have a chance. If he were at his hideout, we’d have no shot.” A sly smile spread across Alyssa’s face “We can’t get close to him, but We can approach the medical staff attending to him. No secret is absolute, and I believe justice will stand on our side.”
Everything was as Alyssa predicted. Jameson had a severe reaction to the drugs he injected, forcing him into the hospital for treatment.
It had happened before, but he managed with sedatives or by treatment from his private physician. This time, however, his reaction was worse. He had convulsions, rashes, and signs of respiratory failure, only stabilizing after a day and night of emergency treatment.
To avoid trouble, he decided to keep everything under wraps. If this got out, he would face significant problems.
The drug experimentation had halted. He couldn’t risk being seen as a burden to Justin, who would surely discard him.
That night, Jameson and Carl chatted in his hospital room.
Jameson’s face was as pale as a vampire’s. The look in his eyes was utterly vicious. “The hospital smell is so nauseating. When in the world can I be discharged?”
“I consulted with the doctor, Mr. Schmidt. Your situation this time was quite dangerous. It took them an entire day of emergency treatment to get you past the critical period.”
Out of worry, Carl advised, “The doctor said that you have to stay in the hospital for observations for at least another week. You can only be discharged after your condition has completely stabilized. Your important, so you should listen to stealth is the doctor this time. After all, you are the Schmidt Group’s pillar!”
“Schmidt Group isn’t the problem here. I don’t want Mr. Justin to know I’m useless.” Jameson massaged his temple.
“Others won’t think that even if you’re hospitalized. You can rest assured!”
All of a sudden, the muscles on Jameson’s jaw became taut. His entire body went numb, and his arm shook uncontrollably.
“Carl… The drug… Inject it for me!” His voice trembled, his eyes bloodshot from the unbearable feeling.
“Mr. Schmidt! You mustn’t!” Carl turned pale with fright. “You became like this because you injected this thing. You must quit immediately!” Jameson roared, “Give it to me! Quickly!”
“Mr. Schmidt! Refrain yourself for the sake of your health! I beg you!”
Just then, a knock sounded at the door.
“Who is it?” Carl asked fiercely.
“It’s time for Mr. Schmidt’s medications,” a female nurse announced gently from outside.
Jameson ground his teeth, quickly hiding his trembling arm under the covers. He shot a look at Carl, signaling him to get the door.
Carl opened the hospital room door with a gloomy expression.
A female nurse with an unfamiliar face stood at the door, holding a tray. She smiled, “Good day. It’s time for Mr. Schmidt to take his medications. It wouldn’t be good for his condition if he missed his dose.” “You’re not the usual nurse,” Carl observed, his eyes narrowing.
“I was just transferred here yesterday. My last name is Thompson. You can just call me Ms. Thompson. The previous staff member met with an accident, and there isn’t enough manpower.”
Briar Thompson reassured them confidently, “Please don’t worry. I’ve signed a non-disclosure agreement. I won’t reveal anything I’m not supposed to.”
“Come in,” Carl said, still keeping a cold look on his face as he made way for her.
Briar walked in and placed the tray by the side of Jameson’s bed. As she was about to touch Jameson, he spoke frigidly, “You’re not needed here anymore. My secretary can help me with the injection. You may leave.”
Briar was taken aback but obediently left the room.
Jameson couldn’t hold himself back anymore. With his shaking left hand, he held his right arm, which was also trembling. He had also lost control of his facial muscles. “Carl… I can’t stand it anymore!”
Carl was like an overindulging father who couldn’t bear to see his child in any sort of pain. Even though he knew that it would only be a temporary relief, he still retrieved the drug. Feeling conflicted, he injected the needle into Jameson’s arm, already marred by countless puncture marks.
After a moment, the tremors stopped, and color gradually returned to his pale face.
Carl sighed in helplessness and dismay. He was conflicted, unsure whether Justin had fulfilled Jameson’s wishes or ruined him completely.
“Carl, take this medicine to Dr. Skye Parris for testing. Also, go and find out about the background of that new nurse.” Jameson eyed the syringe on the tray with a treacherous gaze.
Carl nodded in understanding. “Got it, Mr. Schmidt. I’ll take care of it now.”
Carl returned to the hospital room a moment later, looking much more at ease. He reported, “Mr. Schmidt, there are no problems with the medication. Ms. Thompson is clean. Plus, that previous nurse did have an accident and suffered a broken leg.”
“Okay. Good that there aren’t any problems. You may be excused. I’d like to rest.”
Jameson closed his eyes. His Adam’s apple bobbed. He thought back to the day when Alyssa came to visit him. He could still feel her warm and sweet scent lingering in the room.
The drug made his heart race and gave him hallucinations. This was why he couldn’t quit-he felt as if he were in Alyssa’s tender embrace, with her watching over him, booking after him, smiling at him.
“Lyse… I really, really love you. You’ve always been in my heart. You’ve always been with me. You’ve never left.”
Even if she hated him, he was still deeply satisfied.
Deep into the silent night, Briar clocked off her night shift and exited from the hospital’s back entrance. She got into a plain, black vehicle and left.
Over ten minutes later, the car stopped at the entrance to a pitch-dark alley.
Briar hurried out of the car. She scanned her surroundings before entering an MPV that was parked in the alley.
“Ms. Alyssa!”
Briar was extremely excited that she met with Alyssa successfully. She looked as if she were a huge fan meeting a celebrity. “Wow… You’re more stunning in person than on TV! You’re like an angel! The cameras didn’t do you justice!”
Sean, who was seated in the driver’s seat, burst out laughing. He agreed with her.
“You’re too kind, Ms. Thompson.”
Alyssa flashed a friendly and gentle smile toward her. She handed Briar a cup of freshly brewed coffee. “Here, have some coffee and take a breather.”
“It’s alright, Ms. Alyssa. I’m not tired!” Briar’s voice was shaky because of how overjoyed she was. “I’m really over the moon that I get to meet you! I feel as energetic as ever!”
“I’m glad to see that you’re fine too.” Alyssa took a deep breath. Her eyes were filled with worry. “After all, you are approaching a vicious and dangerous person this time. Your life might be in danger if you lose focus.”
Briar shook her head slightly. With a determined look in her eyes, she said, “I’m not afraid. If I was afraid, I wouldn’t have accepted your request when you came to me.
“My brother and I… We grew up relying on one another. Ever since he went to The Millennium to be Jameson’s bodyguard, he was beaten and reprimanded by Jameson every day. After that, Jameson beat him up and made him permanently disabled. His right leg is completely crippled!
“Jameson is a wolf in sheep’s clothing! He doesn’t treat them as humans at all. They’re merely tools for him to let his anger out on!”
Alyssa stared at Briar’s face, which had gone red with fury. She sympathized deeply with her misfortune.
“Now that you’ve come to me, I will be able to contribute to taking Jamonster down. I am all up for it, even if I have to sacrifice my life!” Briar’s eyes welled up with tears.
“I don’t want you to sacrifice your life. While you take your revenge, I want you to be able to get out of it unscathed and go on living. Otherwise, what will your older brother do?”
A pain shot through Alyssa’s heart. She shut her moistened eyes for a moment. “There was once a woman who lost her life just to protect me. This pain is something I can never heal from.
“Even though I was the one who approached you, I’ll never force you. During this period, you can choose to back out anytime. I will still pay you generously. Not just that, I’ll cure your brother’s leg.”
In an instant, a proud expression came across Sean’s face. “Ms. Alyssa is a top surgeon. She’s Dr. Burton! With her, a recovery is guaranteed!”
Briar’s eyes glistened. They lit up with hope once again.
“Well, it’s not guaranteed. I will just try my best. I will do my best to help your brother’s leg recover to its best possible condition.”
Then, Alyssa quickly added, “Please don’t feel pressured because of this, Ms. Thompson. It doesn’t matter whether you succeed or not. I will still try my best to treat your brother.”
“Thank you, Ms. Alyssa. However, let me assure you. Since I’ve joined you, I will help you out all the way to the end!” Briar had no intention of retreating at all.
Alyssa nodded in gratitude. “You approached Jameson to bring him his medications today. You didn’t get caught, did you?”
“Not for now. But, Jamonster is highly alert!”
Briar knitted her brows together tightly. “He noticed I was new and didn’t allow me to administer his medicines. He chased me out and instructed his secretary to check on my background. He even checked whether the medicines were safe. He’s really damn crafty!”
Alyssa sneered, “Of course. He wouldn’t have survived until now if he wasn’t cautious.”
“But I saw that he took the medications I brought to him. Plus, he didn’t come after me. So, I don’t think he’s discovered who I am.”
