Chapter 347

"You must be joking." Sophia Sherwood scoffed. "Without even a college degree, how could you possibly work at Capital General? That's a top-tier hospital where the minimum requirement is a PhD."

She found Vivian Laurent's lie utterly ridiculous.

Someone like her wouldn't even get past the hospital's front gate.

Vivian arched an eyebrow. "I said I was a consultant specialist. Having hearing problems, Miss Sherwood?"

A deep voice suddenly interrupted from the phone. "Wait, that voice sounds familiar."

"Is that Vivian?" Dr. Zachary Kalmien asked urgently.

Sophia's grip on her phone faltered.

She never expected the renowned cardiologist to recognize Vivian just by her voice.

What shocked her more was how familiar the medical authority sounded with Vivian.

"Hey Zach," Vivian replied casually.

Sophia's eyes widened.

She always addressed him respectfully as "Uncle Zachary," yet he remained stern and distant.

But Vivian called him "Zach"?

"Dr. Laurent, those two critical patients in my department can't wait much longer. When can you spare time to examine them? I've come to find you twice already. Must I make a third trip?"

"Don't be dramatic. Though your relative here was just offering to help me find employment, saying I'm unqualified for Capital General."

"Nonsense! What does Sophia Sherwood know? You're overqualified for my position. If not for the dean's personal request, would you even consider our hospital? Multiple departments are lining up for your expertise!"

"I've been busy lately, but I'll visit your department tomorrow."

"Promise? If you don't show, I'll have to hunt you down at your office." Dr. Kalmien sounded elated.

"Relax. By the way, I'm having dinner out. Want to join?"

"No, no, you youngsters enjoy yourselves. Put it on my tab."

"Save your pension for retirement." Vivian teased.

"Then you owe me dinner next time."

"Pick any place you want."

Their cheerful banter completely excluded Sophia.

The call ended abruptly, leaving her no chance to say goodbye.

She stared at Vivian, lips trembling. "You..."

Dr. Kalmien had treated Vivian like royalty.

How could someone without a college degree deserve such respect?

"Me?" Vivian tilted her head with an innocent smile.

Sophia had tried to flaunt her connections, only to embarrass herself.