Chapter 895

Dr. Lemire was arrested. He’d switched Raven’s liver, causing the fatal rejection. The hospital paid a huge settlement, but no amount could erase the loss.

Cleared of blame, Jace gave Rhea a major research assignment, despite complaints from senior staff. “She’s my choice,” he said. “I’ll vouch for her.”

Rhea dove into the work, growing more skilled every day. Grateful, she took a breath and knocked on his office door. “Dean, got a minute?”

“Come in.”

She walked in, confident now. Jace noticed—she wasn’t the timid girl he first met. A glimmer of pride lit his eyes. “What’s up?”

“You’ve helped me so much,” she said. “Can I treat you to dinner? Tomorrow?”