Chapter 0171


    Chapter 0171


    The team doctor’s voice was grave, and Yu Lulei sensed the


    seriousness of the situation.


    Charlie stayed by Madison’s side, “Are you feeling unwell anywhere right now?”


    “Not at the moment,” responded Madison, her tone subdued.


    She remembered a story her grandfather had told her when she was young. It was about how some


    pilots abroad, out of mutual dislike orpetition for a position, would resort to foul y if they


    couldn’t win openly. And in certain ces, the use of underhanded tactics was all toomon.


    One such tactic involved pricking someone with a small objectced with bacteria. It was not deadly


    but enough to cause physical difort, forcing the victim to take medication.


    The preliminary medical examinations for this ranking event were designed to prevent pilots from


    taking banned substances or participating while ill, which could lead to idents during the


    assessment phase.


    Madison never imagined Shihua would stoop to such despicable.


    methods.


    For a moment, the women in the room fell silent.


    Soon enough, Deputy Director Ye, along with the seasoned M and the team doctor, hurried in.


    Mr. Gao’s face turned as soon as he saw the rash-like swelling on Madison’s shoulder, “What


    happened?”


    Charlie spoke up quickly, “During the lottery draw, Madison bumped


    discovered a small inconspiciousstthorn in her shoulder.”


    “Where is it?” the doctor askedcurgently.


    Kou Mei, being closest, used a tissue tarefully hand it over.


    The doctor examined it closely against the light, and after a moment


    confirmed, “Indeed it is.”


    What exactly?


    Everyone was perplexed.


    But Mr. Gao seemed to understand; hepoteantleed his teeth, “How.could


    Shinya do something like this?””|


    He had heard the recent rumors about Shihuaaaamd knew about her conflict with Ethan. He just


    never imagineskistlecocoudkobesso cunning.


    Madison asked, ‘Does this meam can’t participate in the ranking?”


    Fora moment, meither the doctor no Mr.Gasokkewwhloow.torrespond.


    Deputy Director Ye was the only one whoospoddee, Youreest for now. Dortuthink about these things


    just yet


    Meetthree of them left in a rush.


    Baukintterroom.


    Yuluesitoxed about anxiously, “Madison,howane your feet


    difort?”


    Waxdissamstudieritead.


    She quesaditheliacterial hadn’t fully kicked in yet!


    Any


    Charlie leesdaggamata cab, arms crossed, her face epcheck wi anger “Whycidriftyoullet


    President Grant finish her off when youhark) the chance??”


    couldn’t secure her pilot ranking this time, she would lose her chance topete when Mukino


    Airline acquired the Airbus A380 next year.


    It was only here she learned that the international professional rankings urred biennially. A miss


    or failure meant waiting another


    two years.


    Charlie, who understood the stakes all too well, sat beside her, “Are you thinking about the Airbus


    A380?”


    At this, Kou Mei and Yu Lulei turned their attention to them, “Airbus


    A380?”


    Charlie didn’t keep them in the dark, “Ourpany might acquire an Airbus A380 next year.”


    Kou Mei surmised, “So you wanted to vie for the lead pilot position?”


    Nowadays, flyingrge aircraft or international routes required an S- tier pilot license.


    That was why nearly a thousand pilots, including some nearing retirement from abroad, still insisted


    on participating in the rankings. Without that certification, they couldn’t fly major routes.


    Yu Lulei’s eyes sparkled as she crouched in front of Madison,” Captain Meng, how about I switch to


    yourpany? No worries, if you can’tpete, I’ll do it for you. Once you get your S-ti years, I’ll


    hand it back to you.”


    “Where do you think you’re putting me?” Charlie tapped her sl in jest.


    Then, Madison suddenly remembered, “Doesn’t Song Airline have a


    A380?”


    Yu Lulei spread her hands with a polite smile, “It was converted to a


    “You can fly cargo too,” suggested Charlie.


    But Yu Lulei responded with a smirk that wasn’t all too happy, “Since it’s been converted, it’s barely


    taken off. The main pilot retired this year! Can’t fill it with cargo, how to fly?”


    The ne was simply toorge; most routes couldn’t meet its passenger demand.


    After its conversion to a cargo ne, it was somewhat easier to fill than collecting passengers, but


    the costs remained high, beyond the means of the average customer.


    Yu Lulei, hands on her hips, eximed, “Looks like I really do need to switch jobs. I have no room


    for growth here!”


    “Just don’t let your Song Airline boss hear that,” Kou Mei snickered coldly, “He’d have your head.”


    Madison’s spirits lifted slightly with their banter.


    “It’s okay, you all rest up for the assessment this evening.”


    But how could they rest now?


    “Knock knock.”


    “Come in,” said Charlie.


    Deputy Director Ye strode in, his expression serious, lookin of breath, “You rest first. Later, the


    doctor wille to gi injection to detoxify. The assessment has been postponed to tomorrow


    evening. If we hurry, there shouldn’t be any problems.


    Charlie was astonished, “It’s been postponed?”


    Could Deputy Director Ye have the clout to dy an international professional pilot assessment?


    Deputy Director Ye caught his breath, silent for a long while, then said, “Not by me. I don’t have that


    kind of power.”


    He pointed at Madison with a sudden smile, “You’re quite lucky.”


    As they all looked on perplexed, Mr. Gao and the team doctor arrived, apanied by two other


    doctors.


    Madison wasid on a bed as the medical team busied themselves drawing blood and


    administering IV fluids.


    Mr. Gao finally rified for the eternally curious Yu Lulei, “The negotiations were with President


    Grant of Mukino International.”


    Pausing for a moment, he added, “I heard it cost a lot of money, at least a billion dors.”


    This was an international assessment, and postponing it for one person was a massive deal. To get


    others to amodate you naturally requires a hefty price.


    Ethan had reached out to the international assessmentmittee overnight from within China, all to


    gain time for Madison’s recovery.


    He knew how dejected Madison would be if she missed the ranking, and despite the steep price, he


    deemed it worthwhile.


    Hearing Mr. Gao’s words, Madison’s heart lurched, and she cle her fist involuntarily.


    “Rx,” urged the doctor.


    Madison loosened her grip.


    Mr. Gao reassured her, “Rest and get treated. After this, we’ll make it right. Keep a positive attitude,


    and do your best in the assessment


    tomorrow.”


    Bru


    Madison managed a faint smile, “Thank you for your efforts, Deputy


    Director Ye.”


    Deputy Director Ye waved it off, “We should be thanking you.”


    It wasn’t just Madison who felt unwell upon arrival today. Just recently, several pilots had suddenly


    developed stomach issues and


    relentless nausea.


    Whether it was limatization or something else, the day they fought for was enough to mitigate


    the adverse effects.


    The Civil Aviation Administration now owed a big favor to President


    Grant of Mukino International.


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    If Madison hadn’t been the one in trouble, they doubted Ethan would be so willing to help.


    After all, the sum was not insignificant.


    On W******p.


    Madison’s eyes grew moist as she read the new message.


    Ethan: Don’t be afraid of anything, I’ll always be here.


    Her eyes dampened as she typed back with one hand. Madison: Ethan, when I return home, let’s


    get married..