Under immense pressure, Director Jensen swiftly made a decision that best served his immediate interests.

He took a deep breath, forced himself to calm down, and forced a complex expression on his face that was a mixture of guilt, solemnity, and ingratiation.

He stepped forward half a step, lowered his posture, and said humbly:

"Mr. Li Ang, please calm down. I fully understand what you've said, and I absolutely do not deny that the hospital bears an undeniable responsibility in this matter. Your anger is justified."

"Before you initiate those procedures... which could be extremely costly for both of us, may I, on behalf of the head of internal medicine at the hospital and in my personal capacity, offer you and Ms. Gallagher a solution that best expresses our apologies and sincerity in making amends?"

"Please believe that we are very sincere in our desire to minimize the negative impact of this incident and to provide Ms. Gallagher with the best possible environment for her follow-up treatment."

Li Ang raised an eyebrow, but didn't speak. Instead, he gestured for Li Ang to continue.

Director Jensen immediately said:

"First, regarding VIP wards."

"To express our hospital's sincerest apologies and to ensure that Ms. Gallagher receives an absolutely safe, quiet, and comfortable recuperation environment, the hospital is willing to upgrade Ms. Gallagher to the best VIP special care suite free of charge. All costs, including the bed, nursing care, and special examinations, will be borne by the hospital."

"We will immediately arrange to refund the $9,000 deposit you just paid to your account via the original payment method. It should arrive in your account by this afternoon at the latest."

Upon hearing these tempting promises, Fiona's eyes widened as she lay in her hospital bed.

Free upgrade to the best VIP suite?

Does the hospital cover all costs?

The entire nine thousand dollars was refunded?

These words hit her like a string of unexpected colorful balls, leaving her somewhat dazed.

After the initial shock, Fiona was even more struck by the change in Li Ang.

Unbeknownst to me, the little brother I thought I knew has grown into a man who can stand on his own and protect me from the storms of life.

After all, if Li Ang hadn't said those words, the hospital wouldn't have suddenly become so generous.

On the other side, Officer Karen also looked delighted, appearing quite proud.

After all, Li Ang was the man she had chosen.

On the contrary, Li Ang himself remained calm and nodded noncommittally.

This calm and almost indifferent attitude beyond his years only made Director Jensen's nerves even more on edge.

This young man was more difficult to deal with and more composed than he had anticipated.

Director Johnson quickly added:

"The second point concerns the follow-up handling of those responsible."

After saying that, he suddenly turned to the timid Black head nurse, Catherine.

His gaze turned stern, and his voice rose to ensure everyone present could hear him:

"Nurse Catherine Williams, your actions in this incident have severely violated the fundamental principles of HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, the most important federal law in the United States concerning the privacy and security of medical and health information) and the most basic professional ethics of healthcare workers! Your insulting remarks to patients and their families are unforgivable!"

"On behalf of the hospital's management, and in my capacity as the head of internal medicine and a member of the board of directors, I am issuing this direct notice to you: You are dismissed! This decision is effective immediately!"

"No!!"

Black head nurse Catherine was like a camel that had been broken by the last straw.

She suddenly let out a piercing scream.

He immediately collapsed, then rushed forward, grabbing Director Jameson's white coat sleeve with tears streaming down his face.

"Director Jameson! You can't do this! I've worked at this hospital for fifteen years! I've done my best, even if I haven't made any great contributions! I have seven children to support! My husband is disabled, and our whole family depends on my salary! Please! Give me another chance! I know I was wrong! I'll never do it again! I can't live without this job!"

She wept bitterly.

His previous mean and arrogant demeanor has completely vanished.

She looked every bit the desperate middle-aged woman, overwhelmed by the burdens of life and disaster.

Looking at the head nurse's disgraceful behavior, Li Ang couldn't help but think of his own dead parents.

They acted exactly the same way.

If I knew today, why bother?

His face showed no pity, but rather a gleeful satisfaction at the inevitable retribution.

Director Jansen had been observing Li Ang's reaction.

Upon seeing this, he immediately understood Li Ang's intentions.

Therefore, he did not hesitate to distance himself from the Black head nurse, Catherine.

"Hey, Ms. Catherine, you are no longer an employee of this hospital. Please complete your handover immediately under the supervision of security and leave the hospital!"

"We will also compile a written report on your actions, truthfully reporting it to the Nursing Department, the Hospital Administration, and informing the New York State Nurses Board!"

"No! Director Jensen, you can't do this!"

The Black head nurse's cries grew even more heart-wrenching.

She even turned to Fiona, crawled over to her, and pleaded:

"Miss Gallagher! You're a good person! Please! Forgive me! Please plead with the director! My children can't go without food! Please!"

Seeing her in such a miserable state, Fiona's kind nature made her heart tremble, and a clear look of pity appeared on her face.

She opened her mouth, then subconsciously looked at Li Ang, her eyes filled with hesitation and sympathy.

However, the coldness on Li Ang's face did not melt away in the slightest; in fact, it became even sharper.

When venomous snakes are in distress, they often beg for human help.

However, it is easier to change mountains and rivers than to change one's nature.

A venomous snake is a venomous snake; venomous snakes are not grateful.

The best course of action for humans when dealing with venomous snakes is to exterminate them completely!

Take advantage of his illness and kill him!

Leon stepped in front of Fiona's bed, blocking Catherine's pleading gaze, and said coldly:

"Forgive you? Give you a chance? When you sold my sister's information to Lexy for a little dirty money, did you ever think about giving her a chance?"

"When Rex pointed a knife at her and said he was going to cut her kidneys, did you ever think about giving her a chance?"

"When you were pointing your finger at us and calling us poor bastards, saying we deserved what happened to us, did you ever think about giving us a chance?"

"You have seven children to support and your husband is disabled; that's certainly not easy, but that's no excuse for you to hurt others recklessly and without any remorse!"

Li Ang's question was a wake-up call.

With each question he asked, Catherine's sobs lessened.

He choked up at the last moment, his face suddenly turning ashen.

Li Ang looked at Director Jameson and said in a resolute and unquestionable tone:

"Director Jensen, I fully accept your solution, but I demand to see results immediately."

"This kind of scoundrel, who has no moral compass, bullies the weak and fears the strong, and colludes with gangs to harm patients, is irresponsible to patients every day she remains in the medical system. Please expel her immediately!"

Director Jensen nodded immediately, without any hesitation:

"Understood, Mr. Li Ang. We will strictly comply."

He stopped looking at Catherine, who was slumped on the ground whimpering and wailing, and sternly addressed the two security guards at the door who were already dumbfounded:

"What are you all standing there for? Quickly, get Ms. Williams out here to complete her resignation procedures! Now!"

The two security guards suddenly realized what was happening and dared not be negligent again.

They rushed forward and, one on each side, lifted the limp and powerless Catherine from the ground.

He dragged her away from the ward, looking disheveled amidst a multitude of complicated gazes.

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