The Death Doctor

The Death Doctor : part four

Chapter 4: The Tensions Rise

The hospital was buzzing with tension as the staff awaited the outcome of the investigation. Dr. Stone was noticeably absent, and rumors were spreading like wildfire.

"I heard he's been suspended," Nicole Watson said, her voice low and concerned.

Elizabeth Harris snorted. "About time, if you ask me. He's a dangerous doctor, and he doesn't belong here."

Fred Meyer frowned. "Let's not prejudge him, Liz. We don't know the facts yet."

Elizabeth crossed her arms. "The facts? You mean like the fact that he's killed multiple patients? Or the fact that he's been accused of malpractice?"

Nicole shook her head. "That was all in the past, Liz. He's served his time, and he's trying to make amends."

Elizabeth scoffed. "Amends? By killing more patients? No, thank you. I don't want him near my patients."

Just then, Dr. Stone walked into the hospital, his face stern and determined.

"I've had enough of your accusations, Elizabeth," he said, his voice firm. "I've done nothing wrong, and I'll prove it."

Elizabeth sneered. "Oh, I'm shaking in my boots. You're a menace, Dr. Stone, and I'll make sure everyone knows it."

Dr. Stone's eyes flashed with anger, but he kept his cool. "I'll ignore your insults, Elizabeth. But know this: I'll do everything in my power to clear my name and prove my innocence."

The tension between them was palpable, and the other staff members watched in discomfort.

Meanwhile, Detective Louis Paul was reviewing the evidence, trying to piece together the events surrounding the patient's death.

"Something's not adding up," he muttered to himself. "Dr. Stone's alibi checks out, but I still have a feeling he's hiding something."

Just then, his phone rang. It was the coroner's office.

"Detective, we've finished the autopsy," the coroner said. "And we found something interesting. The patient had a rare genetic disorder, one that would have reacted badly to Ventaxin."

The detective's eyes narrowed. "So, you're saying that Dr. Stone didn't know about the disorder?"

"That's right," the coroner replied. "But someone should have caught it. It's a serious oversight, detective."

The detective's mind was racing. This new information changed everything. He needed to talk to Dr. Stone again, and fast.