The Evans family set up a DNA verification requirement after posting the missing person ad.
This prevented any imposters from coming forward.
Occasionally, someone would provide a vague lead, claiming to have seen the jade pendant.
The Evans family would purchase all such information and verify each one meticulously.
Finding their lost daughter became the family's top priority.
Even the business war with the Ashcrofts was left for Justin Evans to handle alone.
This led to frequent oversights and mistakes.
The eldest and second Evans brothers had no time to spare for other matters.
Justin Evans made a phone call.
The call was disconnected.
He stared blankly at his mother.
As he was about to redial, a message arrived: [Can I help you?]
Justin called again.
It was disconnected once more.
Another message popped up: [I can't talk right now. Who is this?]
Justin stamped his foot in frustration. "Why won't our sister answer the call?"
Mrs. Evans tapped his head. "Your sister should be in college now. She might be in class. Send a text."
Justin immediately replied: [Sister, it's your brother!]
...
Hospital corridor.
Jane Evans and her classmates listened to their supervisor's instructions.
She was a medical student in her final year of internship.
Outstanding performance could secure her a permanent position at the hospital.
Her phone vibrated.
Seeing the message, her fingers trembled slightly.
The other party's high-profile search suggested immense wealth and influence.
Why would such a family lose a daughter?
Whether she was abandoned or not, she needed answers.
Jane lowered her head to type a reply.
The supervisor suddenly called out. "Jane Evans, Peng Hui. You'll take the third-floor VIP suites. Mind your manners."
Jane nodded.
Peng Hui acknowledged.
They headed toward the elevator.
Someone muttered under their breath. "Why assign a mute to the VIP floor?"
The supervisor frowned. "No questions."
He watched Jane's retreating figure with a complex expression.
Though mute, Jane was brilliant. She should have focused on research.
Unfortunately, she had offended the second branch of the Evans family.
Young Master Jason Evans had specifically requested she be "taken care of."
The hospital was Evans property. The supervisor was powerless to intervene.
He could only sigh inwardly at Jane's misfortune.
...
Jane was filled with hope.
Peng Hui encouraged her. "You're top of your class. You'll definitely get to stay."
Jane nodded emphatically.
After graduation, she could earn money to support her brother.
Her brother had endured countless hardships for her education.
She was determined to succeed.
They made their rounds through the VIP suites.
Peng Hui whispered a reminder. "These clients are wealthy and powerful. Impress them, and you'll secure your spot."
Jane nodded again.
They pushed open the door to room 306.
Jane met Jason Evans's cold gaze.
She turned to flee.
"Stop!"
Jason barked.
Peng Hui offered an apologetic smile. "Is something wrong, sir?"
Jason pointed to his abdomen. "My wound might have reopened. Check it for me."
Peng Hui stepped forward to lift the covers.
Jason pointed at Jane. "I want her to do it."
Peng Hui froze.
Jason sneered. "Do doctors have genders? Can't handle it? Then get out!"
Jane clenched her fists.
Jason roared. "Get over here!"
Jane approached with trembling steps.
She uncovered the bandage.
The wound was perfectly intact.
Jason suddenly kicked her hard in the chest. "You bitch! Trying to kill me with pain?"
Jane staggered backward.
She hurriedly pulled out paper and pen. [I didn't touch you!]
Jason laughed scornfully. "A mute doctor? Diagnosing with gestures? If you don't satisfy me today, I'll make sure you never practice medicine again!"