Chapter 620

Vivian Laurent had just pushed open the door to the private dining room when she heard Isabella Langley's furious voice.

"Master, come look at this!" Lucas Lefèvre handed her his phone.

The screen displayed a local news headline: "Renowned Doctor Refuses to Save Dying Patient - Family Demands Justice."

The accompanying photo showed Vivian at the hospital.

"This is complete nonsense!" Finn Deross slammed his fist on the table. "The patient arrived too late for treatment. How is this Master's fault?"

Vivian took the phone, her fingertips turning cold.

The article detailed how "Dr. Laurent" had allegedly refused treatment, resulting in the patient's death.

The comments section was exploding.

"Does this woman deserve to be a doctor?"

"I heard she has powerful connections. The hospital won't touch her."

"We demand accountability!"

Vivian placed the phone back on the table calmly. "Let's not dwell on this. We should eat."

"Vivian!" Isabella grabbed her hand urgently. "Someone's deliberately smearing your reputation!"

Vivian shook her head gently. "The truth will come out."

"But—" Lucas started to speak when Finn stopped him.

"Master's right. These people aren't worth our anger."

Vivian took a sip of water, then suddenly felt nauseous.

"I need to use the restroom." She stood abruptly.

Outside in the hallway, Ethan Roscente remained on guard.

Seeing her exit, he approached immediately. "What's wrong? You look pale."

"It's nothing." Vivian tried to walk past him.

Ethan caught her arm. "Are you feeling sick again?"

She pulled away. "Mr. Roscente, remember your place."

His hand froze midair.

Vivian hurried to the restroom, leaning over the sink as dry heaves wracked her body.

The mirror reflected her pallid complexion.

She splashed cold water on her face.

When she returned, the atmosphere in the private room had grown heavier.

Isabella handed her the phone again. "Look at this."

A video played showing the patient's family protesting outside the hospital with banners, wailing for justice.

"Dr. Laurent let my husband die! Give us justice!"

The footage then cut to Vivian's back as she'd rushed away from the hospital that day.

"This is obviously edited!" Finn fumed. "Master was responding to another emergency case!"

Lucas stomped his foot. "This has gone too far!"

Vivian studied the video for several seconds before smiling faintly.

"How interesting."

She picked up her coat. "Let's head back to the hospital."

"Now?" Isabella gasped. "There are reporters everywhere outside!"

Vivian adjusted her scarf. "Perfect timing. I'd like to meet them."

Ethan pushed open the door. "I'll drive you."

Vivian gave him a sidelong glance. "Suit yourself."

As they exited the restaurant, camera flashes immediately blinded them.

"Dr. Laurent! Can you explain the patient's death?"

"Is it true you were on your phone during the emergency?"

"Will the hospital take disciplinary action?"

Vivian stopped walking, her gaze sweeping across each reporter.

"Tomorrow at 10 AM, I'll hold a press conference at the hospital."

She smiled slightly. "All your questions will be answered then."