Begging for a Second Chance (Sienna Sloan and Jarred Sterling) novel Chapter 513

We must investigate this thoroughly and uncover the complete truth.

We owe everyone here, and the global medical community, an explanation. No one will be allowed to interfere out of personal bias."

Helena's face cycled between shades of pale and furious red.

Restrained by Professor Klein's immense prestige and the mounting pressure from the crowd, she had no choice but to swallow her burning anger.

She didn't dare say another word.

The entire venue fell dead silent, everyone holding their breath as they watched the key players.

Professor Klein paused, his gaze sweeping past Celeste before landing squarely on Lawrence.

He spoke with deliberate, measured enunciation. "Mr. Langley, please lift your head and tell me. Did you perform that surgery?"

Lawrence's entire body shook even more violently.

His lips parted, but it was as if something was lodged in his throat, making him unable to spit the words out or swallow them down.

Celeste's gaze was deadlocked on him.

She knew she had to intervene.

But with so many cameras flashing and countless pairs of eyes scrutinizing the stage,

Even the slightest, most inconspicuous movement from her would be instantly caught and torn apart.

Just as she was internally spiraling,

She watched as Sienna leaned in slightly, closing the distance to the trembling Director Langley, and whispered something.

Sienna's voice was incredibly soft, meant only for the two of them.

"Director Langley, I know you didn't intend to commit fraud. You must have been forced into a difficult corner.

But do you realize the consequences of faking a surgery at a summit of this caliber? Once the academic misconduct is verified, what do you think happens next?

Your medical license will be revoked, and the hospital you serve will be publicly penalized.

Your name will be added to the industry blacklist, permanently banning you from any medical events for the rest of your life.

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