Filed to story: My Husband Regrets Divorcing Me (Audrey & Cornell)
She thought for a while. She would only sleep with him, anyway. She wouldn’t lose anything in sleeping with such a good-looking man.
But Cornell became more disgusted, not shooting another glance at Charli. He said disdainfully, “If you don’t get out of here immediately, I’ll make sure you won’t be able to stay in Ardlens for the rest of your life.”
Charli was rendered speechless. After witnessing Cornell’s callousness, she realized he was really not interested in her. She quickly thought of a way out.
Before the VIP ward manager could enter Cornell’s ward, she tore open her nurse’s uniform and cried out, “Sir, how can you do this to me? I just didn’t want to do what you wanted, and you tore my clothes and framed me.”
Thinking Cornell’s ward had no surveillance cameras, Charli presumed she could say whatever she wanted.
The manager was shocked by the scene as he pushed the door open. He was confused, not knowing what was going on. Considering what he had just heard, could it be that Cornell had tried to force Charli but complained when he failed to get what he wanted?
The patients in the VIP wards were all wealthy and noble. And since there were many things the manager couldn’t decide on his own, he could only consult his superiors. And the director of this hospital happened to be Luis’ friend.
Luis often stayed in the hospital to observe Cornell’s condition.
When he heard that something happened in Cornell’s ward, he immediately rushed over.
At this moment, Charli was still on the floor and disheveled. Her uniform was torn open, but she did not put on the clothes the manager had given her. Obviously, she wanted to show everyone her pitiful appearance and gain sympathy.
When Luis saw this scene, he clicked his tongue and teased Cornell, “Your luck with women is really incredible.”
But Cornell just ignored Luis’ teasing. He leisurely flipped through the magazine in his hand, not paying any attention to Charli crying on the floor.
The manager was anxious at the sight of Charli crying pitifully. He looked at Luis, seeking advice on how to deal with this matter.
Regardless of who was right or wrong, this was still a scandal. It would greatly impact the hospital’s reputation.
Besides, incidents like this had happened before. Some unscrupulous nurses tried to take advantage when they saw wealthy patients, especially those male patients who had been hospitalized for a long time, longing for physical intimacy. So, this scene was no Longer surprising.
After making a commotion, those nurses wouldn’t do anything as long as they were paid. There was no such thing as pure coercion in public settings like this.
Those wealthy people cared about their reputation so much. So, when the resistance was fierce, they would just give in to the nurses’ demands to avoid commotion. In the the situation became half-end, resisting, half-acquiescing. After all, each party had its own ulterior motives.
Luis looked at Charli on the floor curiously. He smiled and asked, “Did he tear your clothes?”
Since the situation had already reached this point, Charli naturally lied to continue her charade. She covered her tearful face with her hands and nodded slowly.
“Yes. This man tore my uniform open.”
Hearing this, Luis glanced at Cornell, who wore an indifferent expression, not bothering to say anything to defend himself. Cornell was still leisurely flipping through the magazine in his hand.
Luis had a gossipy look on his face. He reached out, helped Charli up, and asked gently, “How exactly did he tear them? Can you tell me the details?”
Luis was handsome, his tone gentle, his eyes smiling. He easily won the favor of women.
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Charli thought Luis was flirting with her, so she immediately had her eyes set on him. If she couldn’t get Cornell, who was icy-cold, it was also a good thing to win over Luis.
So, she said sweetly, “I came in to give this gentleman an IV. But when I was about to leave, he suddenly called me back. Then, he said… He said…”
Charli paused, pretending to be too embarrassed to say it.
Luis raised an eyebrow and said teasingly, “It’s fine. Don’t worry. You can tell us clearly. If you don’t explain it to us, how can we help you?”
Charli put up an act of finally plucking up the courage to say.
“This gentleman said my breasts were very beautiful. He asked if he could touch it. Of course… Of course, I refused. So, he grabbed me and pulled me into his arms. He also molested me and touched my private parts. I struggled desperately. But he still tore my clothes…”
Charli buried her face in her hands and cried. She continued between sobs, “Then.. Then, this gentleman got angry. He said he would have my manager fire me. But I am the one aggrieved here. Manager, you have to stand up for me. Otherwise, I’ll have to tell everyone about my grievances.”
Of course, Charli knew that the hospital didn’t want to make a fuss over this matter. The patients in the VIP ward were all wealthy and powerful. Naturally, they wouldn’t want to be involved in scandals.
So, when incidents Like this happened, they usually just gave money to hush things up.
Thinking Luis was interested in her, Charli decided to use the account she had crafted to earn money as a closure of this incident, having given up on seducing Cornell.
The manager just stood timidly at the side, knowing all too well that he couldn’t offend any of the patients here. After thinking for a while, he proposed, “I think this is just a misunderstanding. But her clothes are torn, and she is a woman. Sir, how about you compensate her for her clothes?”
The manager took Cornell’s silence for a yes. He immediately turned to Charli and ordered, “Charli, don’t go around and talk nonsense about this. As I’ve said, this is just a misunderstanding. You are a young lady. If you spread this, you will only harm your reputation.”
Naturally, Charli wouldn’t say anything to oppose. After all, Cornell didn’t touch her at all, and she got compensation over nothing while keeping her job. She didn’t push further, knowing offending the wealthy like Cornell likely made her life miserable. She knew when to stop when she was at an advantage.
“I understand. Don’t worry. I don’t run my mouth. And this gentleman is still sick. He probably mistook me for someone else.”
Oblivious to the truth, the manager appreciated Charli’s cooperative manner and said with a smile, “Now you’re talking. It’s just a small matter, so let’s let it be. It’s resolved then.”
The nurse nodded obediently. “Okay.”
“Wow, you two had struck an agreement this fast!” Luis suddenly interjected. He leaned against the white wall and crossed his arms over his chest.
“But I’m not quite satisfied here.”
The manager knew that Luis and the hospital director were good friends. He immediately smiled flattering and said, “Sir, feel free to share your ideas. Of course, we can discuss further.”
The manager pointed at Charli. “She has been working in this hospital for some days. She works well, and she’s obedient. We can discuss things. Right, Charli?”
Upon hearing this, Charli lowered her head, looking aggrieved and helpless. She had played everything just right. “I know the rules of the hospital. The VIP patients are like gods. As I’ve said, this gentleman has mistaken me for someone else. Let’s leave it as that.”
This time, Charli wanted to leave a good impression on Luis, so she didn’t insist on demanding a huge sum of compensation. She would have demanded a hefty price if otherwise.
But when Luis heard her words, he scoffed. “You sure know how to talk. But do you really think he’s not picky?”
Charli was confused at first. She had not heard Luis’ words clearly, so she naturally didn’t understand what he meant.
After being silent the whole time, Cornell finally spoke up. “Are you this bored?”
His reproach was directed at Luis. Although his voice was low, one could clearly tell he was angry.
Luis’ smile widened. “Alright, alright. I’ll get serious now.”
Luis stood upright, took out his phone, and made a call.
The person on the other end of the line immediately answered. “Luis, what’s the matter?”
Luis put his phone on speakerphone. The manager and Charli immediately recognized the hospital director’s voice and their expressions changed.
“Did the nurses in your hospital graduate from a nursing school or drama school? They are pretty good at making stories. Very impressive!”
Luis said mockingly.
The director was attending a conference, and it was quite noisy on that end, so he asked, “What do you mean, Luis? I’m busy right now. Say what you need to say.”
“The manager of the VIP ward and the nurse on-duty have colluded to frame one of your patients. How should you handle this?”
The director said decisively, “Dismiss them. Then, issue a warning statement to the entire hospital. Hold them responsible for whatever responsibilities they should bear.”
“Okay, I understand. I’ll pass on your order to the ones in charge,”
Luis said, nodding.
“Of course, you can handle it yourself. I’m busy here. Let’s talk when I get back.”
The manager’s and Charli’s faces turned pale. Luis had actually asked the director to fire them, saying they had colluded to frame Cornell.
Having believed in Charli’s account naively, the manager protested, “Mr. Stevens, I’ve been mediating the whole time to help you. I’m speaking in your favor, helping cover up the facts. How have I become an accomplice?”
“What? You’ve been fooling me the whole time? It turns out you’re all the same kind of people.” Charli pointed at the manager.
Then, she turned to Luis and snapped, “Humph! Don’t think I’ll be afraid of you because you are wealthy and powerful while I don’t have many connections. If pushed, I’ll make a fuss. Let’s see if people will sympathize an insignificant person like me or to the big shots like you.”
After saying this, Charli straightened her body and took out her phone. She decisively took photos of the mess and recorded a video, including her disheveled appearance.
Then, she threatened, “If you dare dismiss me unlawfully, I’ll definitely expose this matter. I have nothing to lose, anyway.”
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Charli understood the psychology of the affluent well. She knew they detested complications and would likely choose to pay to solve problems and keep the peace.
Luis, having seen through her facade, asked with a smile, “So, what’s your solution?”
“I’ve already said. Just compensation for the clothing. Not a significant amount. Five million should cover it.”
“Wow!” Even Luis, a billionaire, was taken aback by her boldness and chuckled. “You certainly don’t aim low, do you?”
“It’s really not that much,” Charli insisted. She considered the sum significant for ordinary people, but not for someone like Cornell.
For context, her monthly earnings were slightly over ten thousand, and with bonuses, her annual income barely touched three hundred thousand. Accumulating five million would require over a decade of saving every penny of her salary.
Although her salary was modest, Charli owned numerous designer items, advantages she accrued through side benefits.