The Youngest Son of Sunyang

On that evening, the director of Sunyang Medical Center's heart sank when he heard Chief Lee Hak-jae's explanation.

Missing the chairman's brain tumor could be a grave mistake, one that could potentially burden the entire leadership of Sunyang Medical Center, causing them to pack their bags and go home.

"In any case, the Chairman must have the tumor removed. And you had the regular checkup last month, right?"

"Oh, yes."

"Please gather all those records. We need to verify everything."

The director picked up the phone with trembling hands. Hoping that there would be no trace of the brain tumor in those medical records, he headed to Myung In University Hospital.

When he opened Chairman Jin's hospital room, the expression on Jin's face was cheerful. The director carefully spoke up, brushing his chest.

"Chairman, would it be alright to transfer to Sunyang Medical Center even now? We have many skilled surgeons."

"This friend here, do you think I came here because I don't trust our medical center? They keep singing praises of Jang Jun-hyuk in the medical field, so I came to scout him. Just wait. I'll place that friend in your care, so take good care of him. Hehe."

Don't be fooled by this smile and laughter. The director needed to be prepared for Chairman Jin's unpredictable behavior.

"But by the way, what about the tumor? Just a month ago, it was fine, wasn't it?"

He was questioning the responsibility again. Making a mistake here would be disastrous.

During the journey to Myung In University Hospital, the doctors from Sunyang Medical Center kept sending messages incessantly. Even after thorough examinations, they couldn't find any signs of a tumor. They had to trust in their expertise.

"I apologize for saying this, but a month ago, we couldn't find any signs of a tumor. It seems to be an acute tumor. Since we haven't confirmed the CT scan yet, I can't say for sure."

"So, you mean during the comprehensive checkup, there was definitely no tumor?"

"Yes, Chairman. Numerous doctors conducted thorough examinations and confirmed it. Please trust us."

Seeing the demeanor of a sinner claiming innocence, Chairman Jin frowned.

"No! What was I saying? This is just a confirmation. It's making people unnecessarily anxious."

"I'm sorry, I'm really sorry."

He bowed repeatedly, but it was already too late. Chairman Jin's mood had soured. Naturally, the imperial decree had been issued.

"Go now. I need some rest. Oh, and keep the fact that I'm having the surgery here to yourself. You understand what I mean, right?"

"Oh, yes, Chairman."

The director left, sweating coldly, and Chief Lee Hak-jae led Professor Jang Jun-hyuk to the hospital room.

"Oh, Professor Jang. Is it troublesome for you to come back and forth because of me?"

"No, it's not. Chairman, it's something the attending physician must do. Please don't worry about it."

"Alright, did you happen to verify it?"

"Yes."

Professor Jang Jun-hyuk extended a thick envelope.

"We've checked all the test results from Sunyang Medical Center, but it's difficult to say anything."

"Why is that?"

"I looked for the tumor, and the doctors at Sunyang Medical Center probably only checked if there was anything unusual. The methods of examination were different."

It's difficult to tell whether he's making excuses as a fellow doctor or stating facts.

"Well... that may be true."

"Yes, if I didn't know about the presence of the tumor, I might have concluded that there was nothing wrong."

"There is one, though?"

"Yes. It's from a month ago, but there seems to be a very subtle trace. So we should consider that the mutation started a month ago."

When Chairman Jin nodded his head lightly without saying anything more, Professor Jang cautiously offered his opinion.

"I hope you're not planning to reprimand the doctors at Sunyang Medical Center for this incident. It's not their fault or incompetence."

Suddenly, Chairman Jin's sharp gaze locked onto Professor Jang's forehead.

"I'll handle that myself. It's a family matter."

Under the piercing gaze and uncomfortable expression, Professor Jang quickly lowered his head.

"I'm sorry. I overstepped."

When he raised his head again, Chairman Jin had a gentle expression.

"Leaving that aside... what do you think? Have you thought about it?"

"Yes? Oh, I haven't... I need to discuss it with my family first, and also consider my connection with Myung In University..."

While scratching his head, Chairman Jin chuckled. "You don't need to raise your price. Haven't I already told you? I'll give you the best treatment. And the path to becoming the head of the department is not something you ask someone else about."

Professor Jang seemed to listen attentively to Chairman Jin's words and then lowered his head again.

"I'll keep your kind words in mind. I'll make sure not to delay."

As Professor Jang, who appeared relaxed, retreated, Chairman Jin opened his mouth to Lee Hak-jae.

"What do you think? It doesn't seem deliberate, does it?"

"According to Professor Jang, it doesn't seem like a deliberate act, right? He says it's not anyone's fault because it was difficult for anyone to detect."

"Even so..."

Chairman Jin's suspicion had not completely disappeared.

The hospital that concealed the brain tumor, the timely traffic accident—it all seems to be happening according to someone's script.

It's a vague suspicion, but not easily dismissed.

Lee Hak-jae could fully understand Chairman Jin's mindset.

Even he, observing from the sidelines, still had lingering doubts, which is why both of them agreed that if the suspicion couldn't be dispelled, they needed to investigate further.

"Let's do this. Assign someone to keep an eye on the hospital."

"I've already taken care of it. I'll make sure no one raises suspicions."

It's not about being cautious; it's about finding out who they're in contact with.

"Alright, and in a couple of months, let's convene the board and dismiss them."

"Do you mean to cut ties with them?"

Chairman Jin nodded.

"No matter how I think about it, it feels fishy. Cut ties."