The Cold Surgeon's Contract Bride novel Chapter 527

After finishing Maxwell's care, I offered to treat Leon to dinner as a token of my gratitude.

"I didn't get to properly enjoy the food at Lowery's Noodle Bar last time, so I want to go back and make up for it," he said after a moment's thought, making a specific request.

The 'last time' he referred to was when Caspian crashed our meal.

Originally, it was supposed to just be Leon and me, but Caspian invited himself along. He and Leon had clashed instantly, taking jabs at each other the entire time. Understandably, Leon had been too annoyed to enjoy his food.

I immediately smiled and agreed. "Alright, let's go back and have it again."

Leon's behavior further confirmed my judgment. He wasn't deliberately orchestrating these gestures just to win me over.

From start to finish, he hadn't brought up his previous request, maintaining a friendly, warm, and highly respectful boundary.

"By the way, I heard our department is getting an external hire for the Deputy Director position. Do you know anything about that?" I figured Leon was well-connected with Dean Davidson, so I tried to fish for information. "I just want a heads up so I don't step on any toes and end up targeted again."

It was meant as a joke, but I was genuinely exhausted from being on The Iron Mask's hit list.

Leon frowned slightly and answered seriously, "I've only heard rumors; I don't know the exact details. Apparently, hospital management spent a fortune and went to great lengths to poach a major talent from another hospital. Someone highly renowned, but they're keeping it strictly under wraps for now."

No wonder they gave the newcomer the Deputy Director title right off the bat. It was top-tier talent.

That put my mind at ease. If they were that skilled and well-known, they likely wouldn't be as petty and narrow-minded as Dr. Logan. As long as everyone focused on the work, there wouldn't be as much toxic drama.

I let out a sigh of relief. "I really hope this new Deputy Director arrives soon."

"It shouldn't be much longer. Once they get here, your situation at work will definitely improve," Leon reassured me with a smile.