"Cas, I know you are upset because I kept it a secret from you. I didn't let you know because I have my
own difficulties. Or perhaps I was concerned about something else at that time. But I sincerely think of
you as my best friend," Mandy explained with sincerity lacing her tone as she took Cassie's hand.
"Don't say that, Dr. Zhou. I've overestimated myself. How can a person of my humble status make
friends with someone in a high position like you?" Cassie retorted unhappily, clearly throwing a tantrum.
"What are you talking about, Cas? Honestly, I haven't had any friends over these years. After the car
accident four years ago, I became autistic-like. I never talked about it to anyone. I know how painful it is
to lose a close friend, so I didn't dare to make friends again." As she pleaded, Mandy felt very
sorrowful, and her eyes turned red. She was recaptured by the horrible scene when she had a car
accident. That was her worst nightmare that had lasted for four years.
Seeing Mandy's saddened face, Cassie was stunned. 'Why does Dr. Zhou cry all of a sudden?'
"Yes... I'm sorry, Dr. Zhou. I didn't mean to remind you of your sad past." Everyone had a past, and
Cassie knew that. It was normal that no one wanted to mention their sad past.
"Cas, we are of the same age. You can call me Mand from now on. I want to be friends with you. As
long as you want to listen, I can tell you everything about me," Mandy insisted.
Yet, Cassie abruptly shook her head and spoke gently, "Mand, you don't have to tell me about it since it
was a sad memory for you. I know how hurtful it is when a scar is exposed."
Mandy silently stared at Cassie. She felt touched beyond words. The warmness of the sun outside
shone through the window, projecting shadows of two beautiful figures comforting and hugging each
other. The silence spoke of a promise of a lifetime friendship.
"Working on a relationship with your sorority during working hours? Dr. Zhou, where is your sense of
propriety?" Harry suddenly yelled. His harsh voice reverberated in the quiet office.
Mandy was fully aware of how much Harry hated her. And she knew it stemmed from his jealousy
towards her. She chose not to talk back at him, even though it was not working hours at the moment.
"Director Li, we are so sorry to let you see such a scene. We won't do it again," Mandy promptly
apologized.
"Mand..." Cassie wanted to say something, but she remained silent.
"Don't worry. You can leave and carry on with your work now. Director Li is so generous that he won't
take it seriously." Harry was sensitive about his reputation, and Mandy could sense it. So she carefully
worded her reply to Cassie to show her respect to him.
As expected, soon after, he snorted coldly. Harry then sat down quietly to read a document.
Cassie swiftly turned to Mandy and eyed her mischievously. Making a face, she hurriedly rushed out of
the room.
The office became so awfully quiet that Mandy could even hear her own heartbeat. She hated it most
when she was alone with Harry in the office, while all the other doctors had gone to do surgeries for
their patients. To avoid the awkwardness between them, Mandy purposely left to make ward rounds.
Once again, Mandy felt worried, and the one who worried her the most was Nathan's uncle–Luke. She
was unsure of when Nathan would take action to harm his uncle.
When she reached ward 2206, she noted Luke was resting. Mandy gave a simple greeting to him, "Mr.
Shi, how are you feeling today?"
Luke responded with a smile, "Very well. It doesn't hurt anywhere."
Observing the way Luke smiled, Mandy seemed to be drifting away as she absent-mindedly studied his
face. With such a kind and friendly demeanor, he didn't look like a bad person at all. Why did Nathan
want him dead?
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