Chapter 16 A Bet

"Indeed, it's Charlotte." Stephen continued, "I heard this operation is very risky, and Dr. N is the only one who's bold enough to take it on." Horatio's gaze turned intense. "Mr. Hurrell, I've already asked the hospital director if he can try and ask Dr. N to do a consultation for Estella—" Stephen broke into Horatio's thoughts. "Alright. Thank you," Horatio said gratefully. Even after ending the call, Horatio still could not calm down. He suddenly thought of something. Who invited Dr. N for the operation? It couldn't have been the hospital. If it had been them, they would have arranged an operation for Estella long ago. The Lunsfords must have contacted Dr. N. Horatio could try to ask Walter. … Over the weekend, Natalie helped Charlotte build up her strength. Audrey and Walter had not visited Charlotte ever since their little spat with Natalie in the ward. "Natalie…" Charlotte suddenly opened her eyes and took Natalie's hand weakly. "Don't tire yourself out." "I'm not ti