I Quit Being a StepMother Novel

Chapter 187 +25 BONUS The next day at the orthopedic hospital , Lauren was being helped out of her ward . She asked , " What's going on ?" ་ ་ The hospital staff said , " Sorry , but the beds are full right now . Since you haven't confirmed your surgery , you should just rest at home . " The hospital director had given them instructions late last night , so they came first thing in the morning to " escort " her out . They could offend anyone , but not David . Many of the orthopedic interns were waiting for him to guide them and share his expertise . Lauren pointed to the ward .

" There are plenty of beds . " What was the harm in having one more of her ? It wasn't like she hadn't paid . Lauren could only call Carter , but no one answered . She kept dialing his number , over and over . As the staff piled her belongings on a chair in the hallway , she dragged her injured leg and sat down . People passing by kept glancing at her , and she felt utterly embarrassed . Her eyes welled up with tears , but she kept calling Carter . However , at that moment , Carter was completely overwhelmed by the local news in Colburn .

He received news before dawn that someone had exposed him for having an affair during his marriage , which had led his mistress to become pregnant and have an abortion . Photos , pregnancy scans , and hospital documents - all in high resolution - were posted on Colburn's local news headlines . A partner from the Donovan family's hospital had called , inquiring about the situation , and was already considering ending their partnership . Online , the attacks on Jamison Group were relentless . Rumors claimed that their medical equipment was designed specifically for mistresses to get abortions .

In no time , the Donovan family's private hospital was dragged into the mess as well . On top of that , people started posting photos of Carter and Lauren together in public . As Carter stared at the images , his vision went dark with rage . These netizens were truly everywhere . " Mr. Jamison , you need to issue a statement immediately to contain this . " Jamison Group's PR 1/3 Chapter 187 +25 BONUS director , Samson Greene , rushed over . " What statement ? " Carter asked . " You need to deny it . Say that you have nothing to do with Lauren and that your marriage is perfectly fine .

The Donovan family has seen this , and even Enstin First Hospital , our partner for five years , has caught wind of it . " Just then , Enstin First Hospital called . " I'm sorry , Mr. Jamison . " " Dr. Reid , what are you- " After careful consideration , we've decided to end our partnership with Jamison Group . We've enjoyed working with you these past years and hope to find opportunities again in the future , " said Henry Reid , the director of Enstin First Hospital . " Dr. Reid , those online reports are deliberate smears . You have to trust us . Besides , we've worked together for years .

You know the market price . We've already offered a very low price . " Carter tried to keep Enstin's business by highlighting the low price they had offered . Henry sighed on the line . " I'm sorry , Mr. Jamison . You know whether those reports are true . And about the pricing , I've found someone offering even lower rates . " " Lower rates ? " Carter ground his teeth . " Who ? " He wondered who was trying to poach his business . However , Henry hung up without answering . Carter stood , fury burning in his eyes . " Find out who the new partner of Enstin First Hospital is .

" How did this even happen out of nowhere ? Samson urged , " Mr. Jamison , just call Mrs. Jamison over now . You can make a public appearance and statement together . " " Do you think the netizens will believe it ? " Carter tugged at his tie . He knew someone was targeting him on purpose . " It doesn't matter whether they believe it or not . What matters is not letting outsiders think you actually have a ... " Please contact Mrs. Jamison . She's been with the children for years , after all . There's bound to be some affection . " Samson didn't continue further .

2/3 Chapter 187 +25 BONUS Carter knew that , of course . He was hesitating because he knew that Rhea might not help him . Chapter 188 +25 BONUS Chapter 188