Chapter 763

Vivian Laurent strode into the hall, strands of hair tousled across her forehead.

"My apologies. An emergency delayed me."

She bowed slightly toward the camera, her voice crisp and unwavering.

The live chat exploded instantly: "Why bother coming when Zoe already left?"

Vivian's gaze swept across the screen like a blade.

"Her departure changes nothing. I honor my commitments."

She turned to leave.

Ethan Roscente's hand hovered near her elbow. "Mind the steps."

His deep, velvety voice resonated through the live stream microphones.

The chat erupted:

"That voice could melt glaciers!"

"Is that Mr. Roscente's hand?!"

"His cufflinks alone cost six figures!"

"The CEO himself escorting Dr. Laurent? Unreal!"

Vivian ascended the stairs and pushed open the conference room door.

Dean Remetio and several specialists remained seated.

"Dr. Chamberlain insisted on leaving. We couldn't stop her."

Vivian shook her head. "My responsibility."

Her eyes scanned the room. "I demand we proceed with the simulated surgery."

Gasps rippled through the attendees.

"But your opponent withdrew—"

"My word stands." Vivian cut through the protest.

Her lab coat flared as she marched toward the operating theater.

A shrill phone ring shattered the tension.

The answering physician paled.

"Dean! Code Blue in ICU Three!"

"Details!"

"Uncontrollable hemorrhage. Six hours into resuscitation..."

The doctor's hands trembled.

"All vitals are crashing..."