Chapter 94 - Ninety-four : Tinas Concernment (2/2)

Abruptly Tina stepped forward, wrapped both arms across her chest and asked ” Where have you been Niklaus? ”

”Who made you my mother… ?”

”Who made you his wife… .?”

Isabella and I asked at the same time.

Bewildered, I turned around and both of our eyes met while Maya's hand was on her mouth, stifling a laughter.

How did she know - well , I'll leave that for later.

Tears touched Tina's eyes ”I was just concerned about you, how could you be so cruel?! ” She raised her voice a bit too high, attracting people's attention.

I pinched the bridge of my nose, I forgot Tina literally has a degree in acting.

”Thanks for your concern but there are some kids in the pediatric ward who need it more than I do . ” I said  to her sarcastically.

” Niklaus, I - ”

”But since you're so concerned, then I can offer you an opportunity to show your goodwill ” I told her while making sure everyone heard my words clearly.

I waved over someone and he approached me with calculated steps and an unsure expression.

I placed my hand on his shoulder and began my introduction ” This is doctor Sam. Doctor Sam, this is miss Tina ”

”Nice to meet you, miss Tina ” My personal doctor stretched out his hand for a handshake.

”Nice to meet you too Doctor Sam ” Tina smiled and enveloped his hand with hers before raising a questioning brow.

I faced her ” As you see Doctor Sam is a pediatrician Doctor ” I explained, omitting the fact that Sam is my personal doctor too.

Then faced Sam ” As you can see she is Debra Group heiress, Christina Debra and she has been telling me her wish to form a partnership with your hospital out of her passionate heart and concern for the lives and safety of kids, isn't that so? ” I directed the question back at her.

Everyone's gaze alongside a few reporters all focused on Tina and she became the centre of attention as she has always wanted.

”Ofcourse” Tina chuckled, insincerely - that is, if you can see past her facade.

She laughed coquettishly as the camera focused on her face

”During my time spent with Niklaus, I happened to tell him about my wish and desire to better the lives of sick children .

”Yes, I grew up with a silver spoon but that doesn't mean I don't know suffering. I understand the value of freedom and there are some kids out there who have been stuck in the hospital since birth with one terminal disease or the other

”There are kids who don't have the resources to complete their treatment,who lay on their hospital bed at night wishing for Robin Hood.

” I want to be that Robin Hood for them - though I would be stealing from my own pocket actually ”

A ripple of  laughter circled the room as the small crowd laughed at Tina's joke.

”I want to be that hope they wish for in their darkest times. I believe this partnership would fund researches as well as provide resources for medical care, thanks for hearing me out ”

A round of applause echoed through the ballroom and I couldn't help but slow clap.

Her speech was well said and elaborately delivered to the audience though it sounded a bit ambiguous at the very beginning especially the ” During my time spent with Niklaus ” part . But since no one quibbled on that, I let it go

”Thankfully Doctor Sam would have the resources to fund that lifetime project of his, wouldn't he miss Tina? ”I asked and Tina starred up into mocking eyes twinkling with humour.

”Of course,he would ” she replied with a smile that didn't reach her eyes while she clutched her fist, her sharp nails digging into her hand - quite a shame it didn't draw blood, it would have been more dramatic.

And yes I perfectly understood why she was angry at me.

Truly she got to enjoy the spotlight and praises from people but as successful as Debra Group was, they weren't quite generous with their resources; this project would definitely make Tina bleed some cash.

”Sir Niklaus ” One of my staff approached me and whispered something into my ears.

”Ahh right, the auction! ” I remembered and quickly intertwined my fingers with Maya's while the other grabbed onto Isabella who was trying to sneak away.

”Shit ” She cursed at her failed plan

Maya looked up confused when I began to lead them forward ” Where are we going? ”

” The battlefield ”