Chapter 13 : This is Not a Routine Surgery

Ella

"Are you ready to perform this surgery, Ella?" Dr. James questions, raising a dark eyebrow. I see something like mischief in his eyes, and I wonder if he's enjoying himself. Dr. Stark might not be horrible to me alone.

There might be more.

I wave my hand. "I have no problem with operating. I'll be whatever you need, even your second."

He nods. "You take the lead on this, Ella, with Dr. Jacob White."

Oh, perfect. "Wonderful. I was going to insist on Dr. White's assistance already, so that works for me."

"What exactly are you planning on doing in the OR?" he asks.

"Whatever is necessary to save Anna's life, doctor."

"You can't seriously think you can just bring in Dr. White to help you?" Dr. Stark snaps. "He's a prestigious doctor! He's not someone's pathetic, lowly assistant!"