Not Your Doormat Anymore novel Chapter 34

The patient claimed that her daughter had fallen victim to me. She couldn't go to school anymore and had developed depression.

She cried as she spoke, showing everyone photos and a diagnosis report of her daughter's condition. Many people believe her.

Nora spoke while glancing eagerly at me. "Dr. Ranford, don't let the rumors get to you. This is a hospital, after all. As long as your skills are solid, nothing else matters.

"And I don't believe you're that kind of person. We've worked together for years now, and I've never once seen you—"

Before she could finish, someone else arrived. It was Elise, Dr. Crowell's secretary.

"All doctors, please head to the conference room for a meeting. Dr. Ranford, don't be late."

There was something pointed in the way she looked at me. Even without Nora's earlier explanation, I knew this was tied to the recent rumors.

Nora looked at me with concern. "Dr. Randord."

"Go ahead. I'll head to the meeting." Even knowing this was a trap, I had no choice but to attend.

Along the way, I passed several doctors, both from my department and others. Their gazes were odd, and some even avoided me as if I were the plague. I held my head high and walked straight ahead, unfazed by their stares.

"Dr. Ranford, I brought you into this hospital because you were a top student. I never imagined you'd be capable of something so vile. I'm truly disappointed!"

I had just arrived when Dr. Crowell, not even waiting for everyone to settle down, launched into criticism.

All eyes turned to me. Some were gloating while others were skeptical.

I stood and met Dr. Crowell's gaze. "I don't know what you're talking about."

"You don't? Oh, I think you know plenty." He let out a cold laugh. "Dr. Huxley, go ahead."