Chapter 576 Did He Hint to You?
Nora coudn’t supress her laugher.
She didn't know whether she should expect Howard to prove his innocence or hope that he couldn't prove his innocence but could still win the beauty.
She felt that maybe Howard was disinclined to absolve himself of guilt.
"Let's quickly think of a way to explain today's events clearly." Evella dared not meet Howard's burning gaze and quickly changed the subject.
Nora's expression became serious as she said, "Howard, let's have Alex use hacker techniques to investigate today's events. If Kevin indeed orchestrated it, he will surely find some clues."
Howard said, "Okay."
At Imperial City Hospital.
In the lobby, a group of reporters surrounded Chris for an interview.
A reporter asked, "Mr. Lee, why did you bribe the doctor? Was it because Dr. Hamilton asked for it from you?"
Chris looked anxious, saying, "This... please stop asking!"
The reporter said, "Mr. Lee, you don't need to be afraid. With millions of netizens and us behind you, we are your support. We will ensure justice for you!"
Chris remained silent, hanging his head, lost in thought.
Another reporter asked, "Mr. Lee, let me ask you again, did Dr. Howard ask you for a bribe?"
Chris shrank his head and remained silent.
"No, he didn't," he replied.
The reporter phrased it differently. "Did he hint to you?"
Chris hesitated and said, "Please stop asking. Being a doctor is hard work; it's reasonable for them to take some money. I just hope that Dr. Hamilton will be careful when operating on my father and cure his illness. Please don't blame Dr. Hamilton."
This statement seemed to exonerate Howard, but in reality, it confirmed that he had accepted bribes.
The reporters and the crowd suddenly realized, each filled with anger.
A network blogger was live streaming at the scene.
Upon hearing Chris's words, he became indignant, repeatedly stating in front of the camera, "We shouldn't encourage such behavior, and unethical doctors should be arrested and punished to set an example."
"This is the only way to deter other doctors."
"We need to ensure that ordinary people can trust and feel safe when seeking medical treatment."
Meanwhile, Frederick was driving and was almost at the hospital entrance.
Inside the car, Evella saw the live broadcast and became extremely angry.
She said, "Look at this patient's family member; how could he slander Howard like this? Nora, has Alex sent any messages yet?"
Watching the live stream, Nora felt angry and anxious. She said, "We're running out of time; let's wait a bit longer."
At that moment, Alex's message came in.
Alex: [Mommy, here's the information I just found, I've sent it to you.]
Nora was energized.
Nora: [Thank you, sweetie.]
She quickly opened the information.
Alex found out that Chris worked at the Tonrye Group.
And the Tonrye Group was owned by Kevin.
Moreover, Kevin's secretary paid Chris's father's hospitalization fees, including the surgery costs.
The person who posted anonymously was also Kevin's secretary.
The three of them gathered to review the information.
Evella said, "All this information points to Kevin; it must be Kevin who instructed Chris to do this."
Howard furrowed his brow and said, "These pieces of information only prove their connection, but there is no direct evidence that Kevin instructed Chris to frame me."
Indeed.
Now, to prove that Howard was innocent and not involved in bribery, they must make Chris admit that Howard did not take bribes.
But since Chris was willing to frame Howard, how could he possibly help him?
Nora furrowed her brow.
Evella also frowned, asking, "What should we do?"
At that moment, a man appeared on the live broadcast.
He was Howard's assistant.
He said, "Chris, how could you slander Dr. Hamilton like this? He is the second son of the Hamilton family, a renowned doctor. Does he lack your small amount of money?"
All three of them were captivated by him.
At the hospital scene, a reporter asked the assistant, "Do you know Howard?"
"I'm his assistant!" he said.
Everyone carefully examined him and recognized him.
Several reporters spoke up, "Yes, you also appeared in that video."
"You say Howard doesn't need money, but that doesn't mean he didn't take bribes. The video clearly shows him accepting money."
The assistant looked at Chris and said angrily, "Dr. Hamilton temporarily accepted the gift to reassure the patient's family. He planned to return it after the surgery."
"I think someone was deliberately framing him. Otherwise, why did law enforcement officers arrive as soon as Dr. Hamilton finished the surgery?" Chris said.
The assistant said, "Chris, let me tell you, if Dr. Hamilton finds out who is framing him, he won't let them off!"
Upon hearing this, Chris seemed frightened, saying, "No, I didn't say anything! Dr. Hamilton is a good person. Please spare me. I didn't say anything!"
He looked scared, as if afraid of retaliation.
A reporter quickly reassured him, then turned to the assistant. "What? Do you mean Howard will use the Hamilton family's power to oppress people? We won't let that happen!"
"That's right. If something happens to Mr. Lee in the future, then we will all know that it's retaliation from the Hamilton family!"
"Yes, I don't think you're a good person; you must be in cahoots with Howard!"
"That's right; you're Howard's assistant; he took bribes; you must have benefited too, right?"
"Yes, you should be arrested too!"
Incited by the reporters, several passersby became angry.
They grabbed the assistant and started to curse and even physically assault him.
Nora and the others had arrived at the hospital entrance. Seeing this, the three of them hurried over.
"Stop, all of you, stop! Who's deliberately causing harm here? Are you planning to go to the police station?" Howard shouted.
Everyone stopped.
Howard's face was cold as he walked over and pulled the assistant to his side.
"Are you okay?" Howard asked.
The assistant shook his head, saying, "I'm fine."
Two buttons on his shirt had been torn off.
There were blood marks on the back of his hand.
Howard's expression grew even colder, saying, "You go and tidy up your clothes first."
The assistant was concerned, saying, "But here..."
"Don't worry, it's fine, go ahead," Howard reassured him.
The assistant nodded and left first.
The reporters recognized Howard and began bombarding him with questions, holding up their cameras and asking, "Dr. Hamilton, why did you accept bribes? Do you know this is against the law?"
"Dr. Hamilton, your assistant said you don't care about this money, but why do you still ask for bribes from the patient's family?"
"Dr. Hamilton, you've broken the law; you should be at the police station. How can you appear in public so brazenly?"
Howard pressed his thin lips together, sternly saying, "Shut up! I have never asked for money from the patient's family; I have a clear conscience!"
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