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And now, standing here in front of the Governor with those pills having potentially saved the man's mother's life, Derek saw an opportunity. Not the kind of business opportunity his parents were already calculating, trying to leverage this moment into political connections and favorable contracts. Something different. Something that might actually change the fundamental dynamics that had led to Nathan being forced to work alone and unprotected for so many years.Derek met the Governor's eyes directly, ignoring the throbbing pain in his own swollen face, ignoring his parents hovering nearby trying to manage the conversation. "I got them from Nathan," he said clearly. "Nathan's been developing this compound for years, working mostly alone because the pharmaceutical industry—including this hospital's research division—decided his work wasn't commercially viable enough to support."He saw his parents stiffen at this direct contradiction of the narrative they'd been trying to build, but he
Chapter 175
And now, standing here in front of the Governor with those pills having potentially saved the man's mother's life, Derek saw an opportunity. Not the kind of business opportunity his parents were already calculating, trying to leverage this moment into political connections and favorable contracts. Something different. Something that might actually change the fundamental dynamics that had led to Nathan being forced to work alone and unprotected for so many years.Derek met the Governor's eyes directly, ignoring the throbbing pain in his own swollen face, ignoring his parents hovering nearby trying to manage the conversation. "I got them from Nathan," he said clearly. "Nathan's been developing this compound for years, working mostly alone because the pharmaceutical industry—including this hospital's research division—decided his work wasn't commercially viable enough to support."He saw his parents stiffen at this direct contradiction of the narrative they'd been trying to build, but he
Chapter 174
And now, standing here in front of the Governor with those pills having potentially saved the man's mother's life, Derek saw an opportunity. Not the kind of business opportunity his parents were already calculating, trying to leverage this moment into political connections and favorable contracts. Something different. Something that might actually change the fundamental dynamics that had led to Nathan being forced to work alone and unprotected for so many years.Derek met the Governor's eyes directly, ignoring the throbbing pain in his own swollen face, ignoring his parents hovering nearby trying to manage the conversation. "I got them from Nathan," he said clearly. "Nathan's been developing this compound for years, working mostly alone because the pharmaceutical industry—including this hospital's research division—decided his work wasn't commercially viable enough to support."He saw his parents stiffen at this direct contradiction of the narrative they'd been trying to build, but he
Chapter 173
And now, standing here in front of the Governor with those pills having potentially saved the man's mother's life, Derek saw an opportunity. Not the kind of business opportunity his parents were already calculating, trying to leverage this moment into political connections and favorable contracts. Something different. Something that might actually change the fundamental dynamics that had led to Nathan being forced to work alone and unprotected for so many years.Derek met the Governor's eyes directly, ignoring the throbbing pain in his own swollen face, ignoring his parents hovering nearby trying to manage the conversation. "I got them from Nathan," he said clearly. "Nathan's been developing this compound for years, working mostly alone because the pharmaceutical industry—including this hospital's research division—decided his work wasn't commercially viable enough to support."He saw his parents stiffen at this direct contradiction of the narrative they'd been trying to build, but he
Chapter 172
The Governor paused, his expression shifting to one of genuine concern as he really looked at Derek's battered condition. "But what actually happened to you tonight? What in the world is going on? You look like you've been through hell, and yet here you are, helping my family when you clearly need medical attention yourself."Derek managed another one of those painful smiles, wincing slightly as the movement pulled at his split lip. When he spoke, there was a weariness in his voice that suggested he'd been through far more than just physical trauma that evening."Well," Derek said, his voice carrying a mix of exhaustion and something that might have been grim satisfaction, "it's a very long story, Your Excellency. One that I'm not sure this is the right time or place to get into." He straightened up slightly, ignoring what was clearly considerable discomfort from his injuries. "But I'm just glad that I was able to help your mother. That's what matters right now."It was at that moment
Chapter 171
Serena hesitated, uncertain how much to reveal given the complicated family history still largely hidden from her professional colleagues. "It's a long story," she said finally. "One I'll explain more fully once tonight's crisis has fully resolved. For now, just know that the formulation is legitimate, and the person who created it is someone I trust completely with matters of this nature."Dr. Martinez studied her expression for a moment, clearly recognizing that there was considerably more to this story than she was currently willing to share, but he nodded, respecting her evident need for discretion. "Understood. I'll continue monitoring and keep you updated."As Dr. Martinez returned to the treatment room, Serena made her way back toward the main waiting area, finding the Governor pacing near the windows, his earlier desperate anxiety having transformed into something closer to restless, hopeful anticipation. He looked up as she approached, his expression questioning."Her vitals
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