Just as the tension reached a breaking point, the hospital director, John Zimmer, arrived unexpectedly.
Zac whispered to me, “Don’t worry, I already spoke to Mr. Zimmer before coming.
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I let out a breath, hoping Mr. Zimmer would bring fairness to the situation.
He cleared his throat and spoke calmly, “I’ve been briefed on the situation. Mrs. Powell doesn’t agree with Dr. Lincoln’s diagnosis, and therefore, she no longer wants to sign the organ donation form and is requesting a hospital transfer. Is that correct?”
Blair nodded nervously.
Mr. Zimmer continued, “Then bring over all the reports confirming the patient’s brain death. Once Mrs. Powell reviews them, everything should become clear.”
Liam and Blair both visibly tensed.
Blair hesitated, then stammered, “Mr. Zimmer due to the rush of the situation, our team was up all night resuscitating the patient, and we still have other work. The report hasn’t been fully compiled yet.”
I could not help but loudly mock her.
“Not compiled yet? Or is it not falsified yet?”
Chapter 5
