Chapter 131 Those in the know understood that Andrew could easily fill the deputy chief position at Jayrodale General Hospital .


    With his exceptional medical skills , he could even handle being th chief doctor without breaking a sweat .


    Standing in his newly renovated office , Andrew sighed and said , Ms.


    Rhodes , Dr.


    Aicker , I honestly have no interest in the deputy chief position .


    Lauren beamed with joy as she replied , Dr.


    Lloyd , we know you dont care about these titles .


    However , Jayrodale General Hospital is our privately owned hospital , and leadership positions are based on ability , not seniority .


    The position of deputy chief suits you perfectly .


    Francesca chimed in with a smile , If you want , Ill even hand over my position to you .


    I could step down as chief doctor and assist you instead .


    Please , Im already overwhelmed with the deputy chief role , let alone being the chief , Andrew replied with a wry smile .


    Lauren shed a mischievous grin and teased , Fran , why are you being so nice to Dr.


    Lloyd ? Do you have ulterior motives ? What nonsense are you talking about? Francesca protested .


    I just think his medical skills.


    surpass mine , so hed make a better chief .


    Lauren snickered , Is that really all ? Francesca rolled her eyes .


    What else could it be ? Well , I thought since Dr.


    Lloyd cured your condition , you might have developed feelings for him and wanted him to be your first , Lauren stated yfully , then added , But let me remind you , Fran we may be best friends since childhood , but Dr.


    Lloyd is mine , and I wont let anyone else have him .


    Francesca was embarrassed .


    She stomped her foot in frustration , stammering , L Lauren , not everyone thinks like you ! Youre such a shameless flirt ! Laurens dimples showed as she smiled .


    It depends on who were talking about .


    When ites to Dr.


    Lloyd , Im happy to be shameless .


    You should stop talking .


    Someonesing , Andrew interrupted , breaking out in a cold sweat .


    Just then , the office door burst open .


    Bernard stormed in , fuming with anger .


    Dr.


    Aicker , I demand an exnation ! About what ? Francesca asked calmly .


    Bernard pointed at Andrew in rage .


    Why is he being promoted to deputy chief when hes just an attending physician ? And why wasnt I consulted about this decision ?  Chapter 131 Oh ? Dr.


    Hackett , whats your opinion on the matter ? Francesca inquired .


    My opinion is that hell never be qualified to be deputy chief never ! Bernard dered firmly .


    Francesca responded coldly , Im sorry , Dr.


    Hackett , but your opinion on Dr.


    Lloyds qualifications doesnt matter .


    This decision was made jointly by our two major shareholders- the Rhodes family and the Aicker family .


    So , the hospitalpletely disregards the feelings of a veteran staff member like myself ? Bernard gritted his teeth .


    Lauren raised an eyebrow and retorted , Dr.


    Hackett , Jayrodale General Hospital exists to treat patients and generate returns for our investors , not to cater to your sense of entitlement .


    You call yourself a veteran ? To the board of directors , youre nothing special .


    Bernard snapped , Ms.


    Rhodes , while the Rhodes family may be major shareholders , dont assume I dont havemy own supporters on the board .


    Well see how this ys out .