Chapter 73: Chapter 72: Did Sidney Regret It? Jensen Strikes First!
The next day.
UCLA Medical Center.
This hospital is quite lavishly decorated.
Not only are there numerous buildings, but there’s also a huge parking lot.
Moreover, during leisure time, doctors can sit under parasols.
Enjoying coffee, they savor the Southern California sunshine.
The resting areas feel like a tourist spot.
In short, this hospital is a non-profit institution.
Dr. Kate is here for a visit this time; she’s not in a hurry to return to the East.
And the person in front of her is considered an old friend.
"Sidney, I really admire you."
"Admire me for what?"
The petite Sidney wasn’t particularly warm towards Kate.
Although they did know each other, and had previously collaborated on a reality show.
At least on the show, their relationship was very good.
But now... they’re at best just ordinary friends.
Kate seemed unconcerned about Sidney’s indifference.
"You and Zhou Mo Sen had so many stories, yet you performed excellently on the reality show, unaffected at all. Isn’t that worthy of admiration?"
Hearing this, Sidney really wanted to go up and tear this bitch’s mouth apart!
But, figuring she might not beat Kate.
Forget it.
"It’s not difficult, and he didn’t have any special performance, right?"
Kate listened and displayed a peculiar smile, "Haha, his performance... Do you want to know about his other performances?"
These words had a provocative tone.
Sidney rolled her eyes, "I’m merely an ex-girlfriend, you know that very well."
Kate just wanted to steer the conversation in this direction, "Of course I know you two are a thing of the past, but... I’m really curious, why did you break up? You two were such a sweet couple back then."
The gossip spirit was ablaze!
Sidney was rather helpless; she knew this psychologist might be a bit psychopathic.
She didn’t want to talk, but considering this guy would persistently bother her.
Forget it, it’s better to satisfy her.
"If I tell you, will you let me quietly enjoy my break?"
Kate was thrilled, "Of course, if you tell, I’ll leave immediately."
"Alright." Sidney replied calmly, "It was at that time, I didn’t support him."
At that time? What time?
"Could it be..." Kate seemed to have an idea.
Sidney simply admitted, "It was when he was being marginalized."
Kate continued to ask, "Could you have helped him?"
Sidney nodded, "In a certain surgery, I could testify for him, but... I admit, I betrayed him."
Although the full details weren’t disclosed, Kate was already quite satisfied.
She hadn’t expected the truth to be like this.
And considering this, Zhou Mo Sen showed immense gentlemanly restraint.
"So, do you regret it?"
The psychologist abruptly asked this, catching Sidney off guard.
Did she regret it?
Just as she was unsure how to respond, a blonde middle-aged man in a white coat approached.
"Hey, ladies, what are you chatting about?"
Sidney frowned at the familiar voice.
She knew who this guy was.
Bres Lee.
A plastic surgeon and also the son of that old professor.
"Not talking about anything, excuse me."
Sidney decisively ended her break time.
As for Kate... her lips curled up inexplicably.
"Hey, your name is Kate, right? I’ve seen you."
"That show?"
"Of course!"
"Oh, by the way, you seem to be a plastic surgeon too?"
"Allow me to introduce myself, I’m Bres Lee, as in General Robert E. Lee."
"Nice to meet you."
Kate shook hands with Dr. Lee.
Yet inexplicably, she felt this guy was a bit saucy.
However, it seemed things would get interesting.
Kate planned to stay a while longer in California.
...
KNBC TV Station.
Jensen already devised a plan.
He intended to present his latest program project at the upcoming meeting.
It’s, of course, for the reality show "Beautiful Suffering."
Change the cast!
Although Dr. Zhou Mo Sen performed excellently.
He should be replaced!
Replacing Dr. Zhou would bring a fresh feeling to the next season of "Beautiful Suffering."
Indeed, we should thank Dr. Zhou for his contribution to this show.
But, he’s no longer suitable for it.
Jensen kept rehearsing his speech internally.
That’s how he should express in the upcoming meeting.
The true reason for replacing Zhou Mo Sen was quite simple.
One reason was Congresswoman Jean Lee.
Her husband happened to be a plastic surgeon.
Jean Lee was not only our TV station’s client.
She was also a congresswoman keen on securing funding for the media.
In the United States, the most important job for congresspeople or senators is to secure funding.
On the surface, it’s various legislative voting.
But the passing of these bills is always backed by interests, by capital!
Jean Lee’s ability to secure funding for the TV station makes her a good congresswoman for us.
And another reason.
Zhou Mo Sen is an Asian American.
Asians never play lead roles in Hollywood.
Unless they’re Jackie Chan or Jet Li.
Zhou Mo Sen evidently doesn’t meet that criterion.
Jensen acknowledged Dr. Zhou performed splendidly; his sharp commentary captivated the audience!
But, the show has thrived.
Time for him to bow out.
What Jensen did was actually what many white Americans did to Asian Americans.
Back in the gold rush era, Asians built the railway.
White workers killed the Asians.
Except this time, can he succeed?
"Hey, Jensen."
"Hey, Chris."
By chance, Jensen and Chris entered the elevator together.
After exchanging a few pleasantries, the elevator arrived at its destination.
Chris was the first to walk out.
As Jensen was about to exit, he noticed a photograph on the elevator floor.
He immediately sensed something was off with the photo.
When he bent down for a closer look...
Sweat poured from Jensen’s forehead.
The elevator door closed, but Jensen didn’t step out.
What gave this photo such huge impact?
In the picture, he was intimate with another person.
Except this person... was a man.
...
"He didn’t even come to the meeting, haha..."
"Really?"
"Of course, next then..."
"Chris, don’t worry."
"Alright, I trust you, Dr. Zhou."
Zhou Mo Sen had returned to Los Angeles, and through a call.
Confirmed Chris’s offensive had succeeded.
It was inevitable.
That Jensen hid it well.
But the photo given by Mr. Jenner was quite clear.
In this era, Americans don’t accept such things gracefully.
Unless Jensen sincerely comes out publicly.
Unfortunately, at present, those who make such a decision.
Mostly proceed by resigning.
Of course, the offensive isn’t over.
Zhou Mo Sen glanced at the distant crowd, in the center was Jean Lee.
She was soliciting votes...