A Mirror in Others

Medical Center.

Adam hung up the phone in a good mood.

Not just because of MAX's tone.

More importantly, because of MAX's motivation for doing so.

Max could easily accompany Caroline to the horse farm to see Caroline pet horse, Chestnut.

Why invite Adam?

It's not that MAX is acting childishly; he's prepared to keep his promises.

Rather, she was afraid that if she went to the horse farm, she would run into Caroline's former friends.

If they humiliate Caroline, Max is afraid he won't be able to keep his composure.

Of course, in a normal everyday situation, if a group of them attacked together, they would be directly knocked out by the queen of witty and vulgar jokes.

She MAX directly covered poor Caroline.

But Max, who had never truly experienced the life of the wealthy in places like horse farms, still felt somewhat uncertain and uneasy.

There are indeed people who can perform with ease and confidence even without knowing anything, and who are never intimidated in any situation.

MAX is definitely not the kind of person who would be embarrassed to give a business card to an employer with whom he has a good relationship.

To protect Caroline, Max naturally enlisted Adam's help; as long as Adam was there, she believed no one could humiliate them.

She then felt confident enough to casually give the middle finger to those bitches she once looked up to.

As for why Adam was happy.

That's because Max was willing to do that for Caroline; he's such a kind and adorable person.

Adam was relieved that their sisterly bond had not been broken by his butterfly flapping its wings.

Emmm.

That's it.

Actually, Max was overthinking it; there was no need for Adam to come and encourage her.

The combination of MAX and Caroline is already invincible.

However, Adam wouldn't say much.

This kind of confidence—that they're invincible from the start—requires years of accumulation.

It's clearly not that time yet.

Adam looked forward to that day.

Operating Room.

"These blood vessels are more fragile than in the model, Dr. Duncan, are you sure you can handle it?"

Dr. Shepherd looked intently at Adam.

"Can."

Adam nodded.

"I'm not sure if this is a good idea."

"Dr. Shepherd said hesitantly."

"We need to make a decision now."

When the assistant Chief of Surgery Richard, said in a deep voice, "Derek, you're the lead surgeon, you make this decision!"

Although the most delicate and dangerous part of the next surgery is going to be done by Adam.

Chief of Surgery Richard also acknowledged Adam's skill level.

But Adam was just an intern, and he didn't have the right to take responsibility.

At this point, only Dr. Shepherd surgeon, could make the decision.

Dr. Shepherd believed in Adam and, despite the pressure, allowed Adam to take Adam.

Dr. Shepherd didn't trust Adam and lacked confidence in performing the surgery himself, so he had no choice but to terminate it.

This is the most basic procedure.

Even if he is the chief surgeon, even if he desperately wants the surgery to succeed, he must still abide by the rules.

Dr. Shepherd looked at Adam.

Adam smiled and looked back.

The air in the entire Operating Room became quiet.

All eyes were on the two of them.

"Give Dr. Duncan a scalpel of size 10."

"Dr. Shepherd gave the instructions."

"Call."

Upon hearing this, the Chief of Surgery Richard, grinned from his mask-covered face into a wide, unrestrained smile, his eyes brimming with laughter. He said to the nurses, "You heard that? Give Dr. Duncan the number 10 scalpel. We're about to begin."

Adam took the No. 10 scalpel from the nurse's hand and smiled, "Please aspirate here, thank you."

The nurse responded immediately.

The doctors in the Observation Room craned their necks, their eyes fixed intently on the surgery below.

Amidst the intense attention, Adam closed his eyes for a few seconds, then opened them again, calmly and skillfully performing surgery, making everyone's eyelids twitch.

Is it really that smooth?

Wouldn't it be better to go slower and be more steady?

Adam's heart could take it, and his hands were incredibly steady.

But most of the onlookers couldn't stand it.

Of course, some people thoroughly enjoyed watching it.

For example Cristina.

She stared intently at Adam's actions, wishing she could take his place.

As it turns out, Adam said it was possible, it really was possible.

Blood vessels are indeed more fragile than in the model.

But with Adam's Butcher Ding Carves an Ox, the surgery was completed smoothly and without any major incidents.

"Dr. Shepherd?"

Adam, having accomplished his mission, turned to Dr. Shepherd.

Has the saphenous vein transplant been completed successfully?

Dr. Shepherd nodded to Adam and then looked at Mark Sloan.

"I'm ready."

Mark Sloan glanced at Adam.

"Dr. Bailey?"

"Ready."

"Director?"

"Anytime is fine."

"..."

Dr. Shepherd once again presided over the surgery, asking each of the other doctors about their areas of expertise. After everything went smoothly, he took a deep breath. "Alright, it's time to remove the clamps! Dr. Bailey, check the nerve stimulator."

"Perceptual evoked potentials are decreasing."

Dr. Bailey left the operating table to monitor the equipment and report back.

"To raise blood pressure, we need to provide as much blood as possible."

"Dr. Shepherd gave the instructions."

"Twin A's hamstrings are twitching."

"Twin B experienced twitching of the gastrocnemius muscle."

"Congratulations, ladies and gentlemen, all four legs are functioning normally!"

Dr. Shepherd made the final announcement.

Clap clap clap!

Everyone applauded.

Dr. Shepherd was also delighted, as this was one of the most impressive surgeries he had ever performed in his career.

The only drawback is that the most crucial part was done by Adam.

"Well done, Dr. Duncan."

Although Dr. Shepherd was a little disappointed, he still generously pointed out Adam's contribution.

Everyone was very happy.

The surgery is over.

Adam, the attending physician, was responsible for finishing up the work.

To prevent the separated twins from getting angry together and reopening their wounds, Adam deliberately separated them.

That woman Elena, can finally be by the side of her chosen confidant Peter.

"We can finally be alone together."

Elena reached out and took Peter's hand.

"Um."

Peter reacted indifferently, not even looking at her.

"Peter?"

A shadow immediately fell over Elena's heart.

"What a long day."

Peter then turned his head and offered an explanation.

"Okay, I'll come again tomorrow. You get some rest."

Elena forced a smile, stood up, gave him a rather awkward kiss, and left with a strong sense of foreboding.

"Doctor."

After Elena left, Peter called for Adam.

"Is there anything you need?"

Adam looked at him.

How is Jack?

Peter asked, "Could you move me to his side? Don't worry, we won't fight anymore."

"I'll go ask."

Adam did not agree immediately.

Not long after.

Adam helped Peter move over there.

In the ward.

After Peter approached, Jack tilted his head slightly, revealing a hint of mockery. "Can't even handle this?"

Peter said nothing, but simply raised his hand halfway between them, looking at Jack with expectant eyes.

Jack turned his head away from Peter, but his hand had already reached out and grasped Peter's hand.

Adam and several nurses watched the whole thing.

Compared to the nurses' faces full of emotion, Adam's expression was slightly strange.

But he didn't say anything.

He also gained some insights from this incident.

Zhou Shuren said, "Learn from history and take people as a mirror."

After the twins were separated, Adam couldn't help but shift his perspective to Elena.

This reminded him of Max and Caroline.

Therefore, he secretly warned himself: Stay calm and don't be reckless!