Chapter 387 It Seems You Missed Me
Scarlett's eyes, like clear morning water, reflected the sunlight streaming through the delicate window curtains. The light was soft and fragmented. "That's right, I want to be the mistress of this house."
Sebastian's hands paused slightly, then he looked up at her without directly responding.
Because when Scarlett spoke, sometimes she didn't mean what she said on the surface, he had to stay alert.
Scarlett took several big sips of juice, looking at Sebastian's deep eyes that held some emotion, and teased with a pout, "What are you thinking, Mr. Kingsley? I just think this house is luxurious and grand, and I want to claim it. What do you think?"
Sebastian cut a small piece of steak and put it in his mouth. "I thought you had fallen in love with me."
This time, it was Scarlett's turn to be stunned. She bit her lip and paused for a while. "You're so narcissistic! Fall in love with you? I'm not blind."
Sebastian's heart tilted slightly. "Not falling in love with me proves you're blind."
Damn! How could he be so narcissistic?
Days flowed by like water, and Scarlett didn't expect that she would start a routine life of commuting between home and the hospital.
This kind of life continued for a full ten days after the last major surgery.
The patient was successfully wheeled out of the ICU, which meant the surgery was a complete success.
On the afternoon of the tenth day, Aucester Hospital held a press conference featuring Scarlett, which lasted for half an hour.
During this time, most of the statements were made by George and the head of the cardiology department. Scarlett, dressed in a white lab coat, sat on the sofa, only adding key points when necessary, which had a sensational impact.
"Aucester Hospital invested twenty million dollars to launch a heart rescue project. Ms. Taylor joined the project and successfully completed the first surgery, saving a laid-off worker who couldn't afford the huge medical expenses..."
"With stunning looks, amazing medical skills, the mysterious royal doctor Scarlett unveils herself. MBK Group's large comprehensive hospital successfully attracts the beautiful doctor. According to insiders, Ms. Taylor will witness the entire project..."
Overnight, the overwhelming news spread all over the streets and alleys. Everyone in Aucester knew that Aucester Hospital had recruited a top-notch doctor.
As a result, the number of patients at Aucester Hospital doubled the next day. Patients preferred to endure their pain and wait in long lines at Aucester Hospital rather than go elsewhere.
Aucester Hospital had always been a highly regarded private hospital, and now with this major publicity, it easily propelled itself to the top position in the country, it suddenly became a super hospital, almost on par with the other two public hospitals in Aucester.
The media reports about Scarlett, though mixed with truth and falsehood, successfully tied her closely to Aucester Hospital. The hospital's reputation soared because of her, and her value skyrocketed because of the hospital.
Scarlett became a celebrity at Aucester Hospital even in the medical field. The so-called overnight fame felt just like this.
Lisa and Cory deeply sensed Scarlett's irritation, but the little fans surrounding Scarlett were tirelessly chasing after her every day.
All the medical staff admired Scarlett. Wherever she went, passing doctors would stop to greet her, and as soon as she left, they would start excitedly talking about her.
"She's so beautiful! Even without makeup, she's prettier than a star!"
"Her figure is amazing too! She makes the white coat look better than fashion! I'm so envious!"
"And, did you know Dr. Taylor drives a Bentley to work? A beautiful woman driving a luxury car, it's so cool!"
A few nurses were gossiping together.
"Dr. Taylor has only been at our hospital for about ten days, but her popularity has already surpassed Dr. Rivera. She's now the highest-ranking woman in Aucester Hospital in everyone's eyes."
"Obviously! She's naturally more beautiful than Dr. Rivera, younger, and her medical skills are better. The key point is, Scarlett was specially hired based on her skills, while Dr. Rivera seems to have gotten in through some connections."
A few doctors were enviously discussing in the hallway when Piper came out of the elevator and happened to hear the last few sentences. Anger surged to her forehead, and she walked to the service desk in her high heels. "Don't you all have work to do?"
Seeing it was Piper, the doctors immediately dispersed, disappearing within seconds.
The nurse forced to stay at the service desk lowered her head, pretending to look at the files.
Piper backed in her office, there were newspapers and the hospital's internal weekly on the desk.
"Damn it!" She threw the newspaper on the ground and stomped on Scarlett's photo with her high heel!
'Who does she think she is, trying to climb over my head?' Piper cursed ih her heart.
Scarlett's office.
Lisa was worried. "Scarlett, is this worth it? You've always tried to keep a low profile, and now your photos and reports are everywhere. If this continues, you'll become a public figure. It will bring you a lot of trouble."
Scarlett looked at her own photo and the accompanying bold text, feeling very irritated. "I'm going out. You two stay here."
She was about to step out of the office when a tall, dark figure suddenly entered from outside, standing directly in front of her, blocking her path and view.
Immediately, a rich rose fragrance filled the air.
Scarlett frowned and looked up, seeing Quinn's slightly roguish yet sunny and handsome face. Quinn's lips curled into a mischievous smile, looking utterly carefree. "Scarlett, did you guess I would come and come out to greet me in advance? Wow, we really have a connection! I knew we were destined to be together!"
Scarlett was already annoyed by the news reports, and Quinn's appearance only made her more frustrated. Her voice turned cold, and her bright eyes were covered with a faint frost. "Mr. Kingsley, what are you doing here?"
Quinn raised the roses and deliberately placed them under her nose. "I heard that Ms. Taylor created a medical miracle and brought immeasurable value to Aucester Hospital. I came specifically to congratulate you. Besides, Aucester Hospital is part of MBK Group, and since you have brought glory to Aucester Hospital, I have to thank you somehow."
"Lisa, keep the flowers and show him out." Scarlett said indifferently.
"Okay, Scarlett." Lisa reached out to take the roses, but Quinn raised his arm, causing Lisa to miss and almost bump into him.
"Oh, a blonde beauty, you're quite forward! Ms. Taylor, what's this? A buy-one-get-one-free deal? No need, my target is clear. I only want to pursue you, no need for a dowry." Quinn laughed roguishly, pushing Lisa aside with his big hand.
"Mr. Kingsley, Scarlett is very busy and has no time for visitors. Please leave." Cory pulled Lisa aside, stepping forward to stand between her and Quinn, protecting her.
"So, you're a couple? Congratulations." Quinn blinked, his roguish tone mixed with a bit of childlike innocence.
Scarlett even felt that arguing or getting angry with him was like being at odds with a child.
Lisa and Cory, arm in arm, were pushed aside by Quinn.
"Scarlett, do you have time tonight? I'll take you to dinner." Quinn straightforwardly invited her, as if he naturally assumed she was his girlfriend.
Scarlett glanced at the roses, thinking of the house full of them, and felt a bit tired of roses. "No time, Mr. Kingsley, please leave. And take the flowers with you."
She picked up her car keys, ready to leave. She had things to handle and couldn't let Quinn delay her.
Quinn extended his long arm to block the doorway, looking down at Scarlett's stern face. "You can't reject me so directly, can you? Especially when I'm so sincere."
Scarlett glanced at the roses, then looked up at Quinn. He was really too young, too handsome, with delicate features. She had to admit, both he and Sebastian were very striking. "Mr. Kingsley, I need to see your father now. Since you have so much free time, why not come along?"
It was said that Brian held a high position in the family, and everyone in the Kingsley family respected him.
Quinn's face darkened as expected. "What do you need to see my dad for?"
"To discuss adult matters. You shouldn't interfere." She pried Quinn's hand off the doorframe and walked away, her back straight and confident, the sound of her high heels clicking crisply on the floor.
"Don't be in such a hurry! Wait me!" Quinn shouted, but she was already far away. He shoved the roses into Cory's hands. "Blessings to you two!"
Lisa and Cory looked at each other in confusion.
Quinn hurried but was still a step too late. The elevator doors closed unceremoniously.
He was annoyed! What was Scarlett going to see Brain for?
"Quinn? What are you doing at the hospital? Are you feeling unwell?" Piper had just finished a meeting and ran into Quinn in the hallway.
Quinn didn't have a good impression of Piper and spoke curtly. "Heart problems, otherwise why would I come to the cardiology department?"
"What's wrong with your heart? Come with me, I'll take a look." Piper was worried.
Quinn, hands in his pockets, looked up and saw Scarlett's photo on the electronic screen on the wall, promoting her as the star of Aucester Hospital.
Then he nodded towards the screen. "Piper, I heard that now everyone who comes to the cardiology department seeks her out. I'm here to see her."
Piper saw Scarlett's photo and sneered. "Quinn, don't be fooled by Scarlett. The prettier a woman is, the more deceitful she can be."
Quinn looked at Piper. "Really? I think you're quite pretty too."
Piper, followed by several assistants, wasn't in the mood to argue with Quinn, so she smiled. "Quinn, Scarlett is a special invitee. She doesn't take appointments or participate in regular consultations. She only works on projects."
Quinn shrugged. "Isn't that perfect? I'm a special patient."
With that, the elevator arrived, and Quinn walked in without looking back at Piper.
A black Bentley was parked right in front of the MBK International Building, and Scarlett walked briskly through the revolving glass doors.
She was fuming, her steps quick and urgent. As she entered, she saw an elevator opening and hurriedly ran in before the doors closed.
Once inside, Scarlett realized something was off.
She slowly looked up and saw the VIP gold label on the closing elevator doors.
Damn! What a coincidence?
"Running in such a hurry, you must really miss me." Behind her, a deep, rich male voice filled the large elevator, instantly enveloping the space.
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