The long afternoon dragged on at a snail’s pace while I waited anxiously. I changed into my casual outfit at 6 p.m. and was ready to meet Anna after work.
However, as I was just about to leave, Laura, the Vice-President came to my office and stopped me. “Lewie, don’t leave yet. I need you to go with me on a house call.”
I was taken aback. There were other doctors on duty for house calls. So, why was the Vice-President taking on such a menial role? Furthermore, why was she asking me to accompany her on a house call when there were other doctors around.
I had to see Anna to settle the placenta deal as soon as possible, I did not have the time to join her for a house call. Thus, I rejected her immediately. “Sorry Laura, I have something that I need to attend to. Why don’t you ask Sharon to
