Chapter 201 A Reversal

That afternoon, Lila used a medical consultation as a pretext to visit Tommy's office. She stood in a quiet corner and watched Vernon's retreating figure before slipping into the room. Tommy was focused on his computer screen and studying Vernon's various test results. "Dr. Olson, I wanted to ask about Mr. Hart Senior's recent condition," Lila said. Tommy adjusted his glasses and turned the screen toward her. "Take a look, Dr. Layla. All his indicators are trending toward normal. He is recovering quite well." Lila studied the data and felt a wave of relief wash over her. However, the image of Vernon's exhaustion remained etched in her mind. It was a weariness he could not quite hide. Lila connected it to the news of the plummeting Hart Group stocks. The crisis at the company was undoubtedly the cause. She could not care less about Austin or Aaron, but Lila could not simply ignore Vernon's suffering. She thus returned to her office and closed the door. Lila sat in silence fo