Yolanda tilted her head thoughtfully and considered for a moment.
If Mrs. Snider was from a prominent family in Creybia, one possibility came to mind.
"Her married name is Snider. Everyone calls her Mrs. Snider, but as for her maiden name, I'm not sure," Joel explained.
"She's been asking me to find the person who saved her and her daughter. I had a strong hunch it was you, but I didn't want to give her an answer before confirming with you first."
Joel studied Yolanda, who remained calm and composed. Her expression gave nothing away. His respect for her deepened.
Most people, upon learning they had accidentally saved someone of great importance, would've been ecstatic.
But Yolanda's collected demeanor made Joel feel like the young woman sitting in front of him wasn't a high school student at all.
"Mrs. Snider would like to meet you in person to thank you," Joel continued.
"Ms. Henderson, just let me know when you're available, and I'll make the arrangements."
"There's no need," Yolanda replied, shaking her head lightly.
"Please let Mrs. Snider know that I appreciate her gratitude. What I did for her and her daughter at the accident scene was simply my duty as a doctor. She doesn't need to worry about it."
Joel blinked. He was momentarily stunned by her response, but he quickly composed himself.
"Ms. Henderson, as always, you remain indifferent to fame and fortune," he said with a smile.
"But this situation is different. With the kind of status Mrs. Snider's family holds in Creybia, countless people would kill for a chance to meet her, let alone have her owe them a favor.
"Ms. Henderson, if you seize this opportunity and establish a connection with Mrs. Snider, it could be a game-changer for you.
"Not only would no one in Riverdale dare to mess with you, but even the elites in Creybia would show you respect because of your ties to her. Are you sure you want to let this chance go?"
"Commissioner Kaufman, it's not that I'm giving it up," she said. Her faint smile didn't waver.
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