The Abandoned Ex-husband Dominates

Digging up dirt

Victoria had never liked boastful individuals, especially those who didn't hesitate to toot their own horn when they could, which was why even as she was devastated over her younger sister's current state, she didn't allow that to blind her to the fact that Vincent was a boastful individual.

“Are you going to take responsibility if something happens to my sister!” Victoria questioned causing Vincent to reply.

“Miss Smith, you can count on me. I am the best surgeon this hospital has to offer so don't you worry.”

Victoria still seemed doubtful so Damian spoke up. “Young Miss, don't worry, my son is an expert in his craft. I dare say he is even greater than I am, so don't worry, your sister is in good hands.”

Naturally, the doctors and nurses on the ground could only shake their heads as they expected Damian to pick his son even as he was known to commit blunders while operating on patients.

There had even been an instant where Vincent had forgotten an item in a patient, only remembering after he'd finished the operation.

If not that Damian acted quickly, the patient would have died and the hospital would have ended up being sued for negligence.

So, Claiming that Vincent was the best was an overstatement, especially when William was currently in their midst.

He had managed to carry out some of the most impossible feats in the operation room, feats that no one else had been able to replicate.

If anyone deserved the title of the best doctor in Red Angel, it was undoubtedly the LifeGiver, William Belmont.

Unfortunately, Victoria didn't know that and the doctors weren't about to say anything for fear of being relieved of their job.

In any case, Victoria didn't have much time to think about things so she spoke up. “Alright then, you can go ahead with the operation.”

Excited that he succeeded in being picked, Vincent glanced at William with a mocking grin on his face.

Who's the fool now?... Now just watch as I impress Miss Smith and get her to fall in love with me.

Soon, you'll be forgotten, and I will be the new superstar; just wait!

William paid no heed to Vincent, only hoping that the young girl would be saved since that was the most important thing.

Meanwhile, Damian quickly hurried to the operating room with Vincent following closely behind.

Just then, two senior doctors approached William to pay their respects.

They were part of those that knew William when he worked at the hospital and so, held great respect for him.

William greeted them cordially, only for one of them, Doctor Raymond, to express his displeasure.

“It's quite unfortunate that you weren't picked, William, I wonder why the vice president continues to pick his son even when he knows how prone he is to mistakes. You were a better candidate.”

William chuckled. “There's no need to think about that. In the first place, I only came to see some old friends. It remains that I don't work here anymore. And anyway, what matters is that the patient is saved, so let's just hope everything goes well.”

“But still, Vincent is the worst choice.”

“I agree.” Doctor Steven, the second of the duo remarked. “I'm sure if you had expressed your interest, the vice chairman wouldn't have accepted Vincent.”

“There's no assurance that he would, and even if he did, Vincent might not accept this, which could cause an argument. So should I put myself first or the patient first?”

Raymond sighed as he replied. “You are too good for your good, William.”

William smiled as he replied. “I would be more than happy to tackle Vincent in another location but right now, a patient's life is at stake.”

As the trio conversed, Victoria couldn't help but listen in on what they were talking about.

In the meantime, Victoria was still uncomfortable with the fact that Vincent had been a bit too boastful.

To set her mind to rest, she decided to investigate his credentials to ensure that he was as good as he claimed to be.

She immediately put a call across to her secretary, Tanya, who immediately did some research only to come back with some worrisome news.

“Madam, the doctor you told me to check up on has an abysmal record.”

“What?” Victoria could hardly believe her ears.

“It took me a while to dig up some dirt, but that's only because someone has paid people not to talk about it. However, according to what I learned, he is one of the worst surgeons in Red Angel Hospital. He has been sued several times by multiple patients due to mistakes in the operating room which resulted in complications later on. One of the patients nearly died as a result!”

“No, this can't be happening.” Victoria began to panic as she asked. “Then who is the best doctor in the hospital?”

“According to the system, a man that goes by the name William Belmont. He has even been given the title of LifeGiver due to his extraordinary medical skills. But then, it seems he quit a few years ago.”

“He quit?” Victoria furrowed her brows as she asked. “Why?”

“He got married to Miss Celia Rodriguez and decided to become a house husband.”

“A house husband?”

“Yes, but it seems Miss Rodriguez has divorced him,” Tanya said before unintentionally adding. “Quite unfortunate.”