Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 1771

As soon as they arrived at Blumedale Hospital and stepped out of the car, Malcolm, Thomas, and Francesca were already there to greet them.

"Oh my, if it isn't Mr. Lloyd! What a rare guest! It's been ages since you last visited us here!" Malcolm laughed warmly, practically beaming.

Andrew waved his hand. "Come on, no need for all this fuss. I'm not some VIP, you and Dr. Bozzelli didn't need to come out personally."

Malcolm's expression turned serious. "Today is different from the past, Mr. Lloyd. It's only right that we come to welcome you."

Francesca stood beside them, trying to suppress a grin. She thought, 'Damn, look at my man! Walking into my workplace like he owns the place.'

Usually, she would roll her eyes, but still, this kind of attention gave her vanity a little thrill.

Only Thomas looked conflicted. He kept glancing at Andrew, wanting to say something. Eventually, he only managed a stiff, awkward welcome.

They said a lot could happen in a short time, and that was definitely true. Andrew had risen so fast in rank and influence that it was hard not to feel overshadowed just by standing near him.

Thomas certainly did. If he felt this way, one could only imagine how his student Jared felt.

Jared had once competed with Andrew for Francesca's affections out of jealousy. Upon learning that Andrew was coming to Blumedale Hospital, he did not even dare show his face.

Naturally, Andrew was uninterested in others' opinions. He said, "Let's not waste time then. Please lead the way so we can see the patients!"

Malcolm gestured. "This way, Mr. Lloyd! I won't follow along; Thomas and Fran will take you there!"

Andrew nodded with a smile. "Of course, Dr. Goddard. I'll let you get back to work."

As Thomas led the way, he suddenly said, "Mr. Lloyd, there's something I've been meaning to say for a long time. About the past… I owe you an apology."

Andrew blinked, then laughed. "Dr. Bozzelli, there's no need for that! Honestly, I didn't take it to heart. The past is the past, and there's no need to dwell on it."

Thomas let out a long breath and gave a sheepish smile. "You've achieved so much at such a young age, and I was blind back then. But I do need to give you a heads-up. You need to be extremely cautious today. The patients we received at Blumedale have pretty alarming symptoms. If you're not careful, you could risk exposure or poisoning."

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