Chapter 3
the sound of water splashing fills the room as a man showers
The phone on the bathroom counter vibrates, cutting through the sound of running water.
He quickly finishes and answers the call, his hair still dripping.
Gianna De Luca
*voice on the phone*
Gianna De Luca
Ren, your father is waiting for you at the hospital. He wants to see you.
Gianna De Luca
Did you take care of the man who ran off with his money?
Lorenzo "Ren" De Luca
*drying himself with a towel*
Lorenzo "Ren" De Luca
Yes, I took care of him. All the evidence is cleared. There's nothing to worry about.
Ren gets dressed, his expression unreadable, and leaves for the hospital.
Meanwhile, at the hospital
A bustling conference room is filled with reporters and flashing cameras.
Dr. Alex Carter, a renowned orphan doctor, stands with his friend Jackson, smiling modestly as they answer questions about their journey to becoming successful doctors.
reporter
Dr. Carter, how did you manage to achieve such success despite your challenging background?
Dr. Alex Carter
Hard work, dedication, and a lot of support from those who believed in us.
reporter
Jackson, what can you say about your journey?
Jackson
It's been a tough road, but with the right mentors and determination, we made it through.
Antonio De Luca, the president of the hospital, steps forward, his presence commanding attention.
Antonio De Luca
I am proud to say that our hospital supports talent and hard work.
Antonio De Luca
We helped these fine doctors achieve their dreams. It’s a privilege to have them with us.
The conference concludes, and Antonio makes his way through the crowd to meet his son, Ren, who has just arrived.
Antonio De Luca
*patting Ren on the back*
Antonio De Luca
Ren, there’s a problem. My laptop, which has some confidential documents, has been stolen.
Antonio De Luca
I need you to find it and bring back whoever took it.
Lorenzo "Ren" De Luca
*nodding* But Dad, do you have doubts about anyone?
Antonio De Luca
*sighing*No, I trust my people.
Lorenzo "Ren" De Luca
where is uncle Nicole?
Antonio De Luca
I don't know he didn't come to meet me today
Lorenzo "Ren" De Luca
hmm,I think He is responsible for this.
Antonio De Luca
What! He is my most trusted man.
Lorenzo "Ren" De Luca
Dad, If you trust him, where is he now? Call him and ask him to come here.
Antonio dials Nico's number, but there’s no answer.
Lorenzo "Ren" De Luca
*smirking* See?
Lorenzo "Ren" De Luca
I told you he’s betrayal you.
Lorenzo "Ren" De Luca
I gave Uncle Nico a watch with a GPS tracker. Look at the device; it will show where he is.
Antonio checks the GPS device and sees the location.
Antonio De Luca
*grimly* Okay, bring him to me.
Determined to find Nicole
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