Under the Heiress' Facade



"No need for that. Bring me the list of herbs we need, along with the patient records," Hera said.

Sarah's suggestion was a good short-term solution but wasn't a long-term fix. Everly and the Chime family were obviously trying to suppress Hera! Did they think this would leave her powerless? They had seriously underestimated her.

Sarah fetched the list of herbs, and Isla gathered the patient records. After reviewing the patient records, Hera replaced the rare herbs with something easier to obtain.

Everyone who watched the process couldn't help but be awed at Hera's adjustments.

Nina praised, "The new herbs may not be as efficient, but they'll still treat the patient's chronic urticaria."

Sue gasped. "I didn't think of that! As expected of my idol!"

Sarah cheered, "Great! We have plenty of those herbs, though they are a bit more expensive."

Isla chuckled. "Looks like someone underestimated us."

Wayne watched how busy everyone became due to Everly and felt frustrated that he couldn't help. He was angry with Everly and at himself for being so useless. He felt he only brought Hera more problems than help by being around her. Maybe he should leave and not cause any more trouble...

Hera gave the new list of herbs to the others and noticed Wayne sitting in the corner. He looked exhausted, having spent the whole night troubled by Everly's actions.

Hera knew how he felt. Being

betrayed by someone close hurt While she could divert her emotions by focusing on other tasks and

sever her ties with the person, it was different for Wayne.

As Everly's brother, she was his only family, and he couldn't be as detached as she could be. He could only learn to come to terms with it. Though Hera wasn't good at comforting people, seeing Wayne's dejectedness was uncomfortable

"Wayne." She approached him.

Wayne, seeing Hera had finished her tasks, quickly stood up. "Hera, I'm sorry. I didn't teach Everly well, which caused so many problems for the clinic. I'm sorry."

"You don't need to apologize. Staff turnover and market fluctuations are normal," Hera comforted him.

Seeing him still downcast, she

added, "Also, I've said this before

This was Everly's choice. Even if she hadn't left, other issues would have arisen. So, don't shoulder all the blame. You're not responsible for her."

"Thank you." Wayne was moved by Hera. "Since I can't help here, maybe I should resign."

"Who said that?" Hera picked out

some herbs from the cab and packed them. "Take these to the

Sanderson family. Also, NicholametContent rights by NôvelDr//ama.Org.

invited me to a banquet, but I'm busy Please attend in my place."

Wayne paused, touched by her gesture. He accepted the items. "Alright."