The CEO’s Ex-Wife Is A Famous Doctor

Chapter 52: Evan’s Offer
Three days had passed since the motorbike incident.
The hospital administration strengthened its security around the facility and reported the same to the authorities. Unfortunately,
the motorbike had used fake plates, and the
police could not trace the vehicle’s owner. Thus, the purpose of the attack remained
unknown.
Following Shantelle’s testimony, the authorities questioned Briana West and her family but denied their involvement. Sadly, there
was no solid proof to connect them to the incident. The police also interrogated Peter Haris, but he also refuted the accusations.
Shantelle had also reported Doctor Park. She suggested to her superior how Doctor Park acted strangely that day. Still, because
they could not find solid proof that the said
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assistant surgeon was trying to sabotage the organ waitlist, Doctor Park remained as a medical staff of Warlington Hospital, but
she was put under investigation. Shantelle, however, removed Doctor Park from her
surgery team and replaced her with Doctor
Varma.
Given the circumstance, Evan and his family remained in Warlington for another three days. Since no one could trace the biker
and there were not enough pieces of evidence against Briana West and Peter Haris, all Evan could do was add more escorts to
watch over Shantelle and his son.
A day before leaving Warlington, Evan brought Shantelle’s new bodyguards to the Scotts’ residence. He introduced, “Shanty, this
is Andy. She will be your head of security. This is Mark, Duane, and, of
course, you know Miguel. They will all take turns escorting you in and out of the hospital while one attends to Lucas.”
“You already know Miguel. Andy, Duane,

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and Mark are from the same security agency I work with in Rose Hills. They came highly recommended,” Evan added. “Andy is a
former police officer, and the rest are former marines.”
It wasn’t just the bodyguards. Evan bought Shantelle a new car. That way, she would always have one on standby instead of
relying on the family driver, who sometimes would drive Lucas or Doctor Scott.
They were all in the living room of the Scotts ‘ residence when Evan set his expectations for the bodyguards.
Shantelle was still so overwhelmed. After Evan had dismissed the security team, she said, “Evan, I saw the video with my own
eyes, and I have to admit, it was scary, but four bodyguards? Don’t you think it’s a little too much?”
“Shanty, if anything happens to you, I would go on a rampage – I don’t know what I would do. I might just lose myself
completely,” Evan expressed. “I hired a private investigator to look into the Wests, but while he is still gathering information, I
need to ensure you are safe.”
He lifted his shoulders and said, “Besides, better safe than sorry, right? What’s the use of my money if I can’t protect my family?”
“Fine,” Shantelle conceded, retreating into the chair and slouching.
“I wish you would come with me to Rose Hills instead, Shanty,” Evan presented. “I don’t know many people here – I have started,
but I don’t know how long it would take for me to have full influence in this city. Until then, this is my only means of protecting
you.”
“I would feel much better if you are safe and sound in Rose Hills,” he added.
Shantelle fell silent. Then she answered, “I don’t know about that, Evan. My life is here. Maybe this will just pass. Maybe it’s not
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about the heart transplant; there may be
another reason for it, and the culprit will be caught. Maybe everything will return to
normal for me. Besides, I – I don’t have a

home in Rose Hills. We sold our house,
remember?”
“Actually. About that.” Evan revealed, “Your house is still well maintained.”
When Shantelle gave him that puzzled look, he took out his phone and showed her
pictures of the Scotts’ estate back in Rose Hills, including its deed of sale. He said, “I bought the property from the Jones that
same year you left. I meant to give it back to you. I had always hoped you would return.’
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Shantelle’s eyes widened. She was utterly rendered speechless. One by one, she skimmed through Evan’s phone and studied
the photos of her old home.
“Just so you know, Shanty, you will always have a home in Rose Hills. Just say the word, and I shall have the old Scotts’ estate
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transferred under your name,” Evan said. ”
Think about it.”
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Another day passed. It was time for Evan and the Thompsons to fly back to Rose Hills.
They are at the runway, meant for private
jets, saying their goodbyes.
Shantelle and Lucas hugged Clara, Erick,
and Mrs. Shaw before they were aided into
the air ambulance.

While Erick was doing better, Evan did not want to take a risk. Anything could happen, considering his father had recently had
open -heart surgery. Thus, he still opted to take an air ambulance back home.
Evan lingered on the runway for Lucas and Shantelle. He hugged his son tightly and kissed his cheeks, saying, “I will miss you,
Lucas, so much. Be a good boy to your
mommy.
Lucas was already crying. He had been since
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he said goodbye to his paternal
grandparents. He replied, “I’ll miss you too, Daddy. I love you.”
“I love you more, kiddo,” Evan replied. “I’ll call you every day.”
When it was finally time for Evan to say
goodbye to Shantelle, he said to her, “I will be back in a few days. I’ll just settle mother and father. I have a very important
business deal to take care of, and then I’ll come back.”
“Okay, thank you, Evan, for everything – the bodyguard arrangements and all,” Shantelle said. Her voice turned soft as she
added, And, um. Of course, thanks again for saving me from that motorcycle.”
“Shanty, you don’t have to thank me. I
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would do the same – step in to save you in a
heartbeat.” He held her arm and added,
That’s how much I care for you.”
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Shantelle did not know why but she wound up smiling while shaking her head.
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Evan chuckled at her reaction, utterly pleased to see her smile.
“What?” Shantelle asked. “Just be thankful
that I smiled.”
“Oh, I am. That’s so much better than your usual eye-roll,” he remarked. He did not say it, but he was claiming progress in his
heart!
It took seconds for Shantelle’s smile to disappear. When it did, she said, “Goodbye, Evan. Take care.”
“Same to you,” Evan said. He raised his arm, asking, “Can I at least... get a hug?”
Shantelle hesitated for a moment, but soon she allowed it. They embraced each other and quickly pulled away.
Before Evan boarded the plane, he
reminded, “See you in a few days and think about returning to Rose Hills.”
The mother and son watched as the air ambulance took off from the runway.
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Shantelle glanced back and saw Andy and Mark signaling her to get back into the car. She was about to suggest the same to her
son when Lucas said, “Mommy, I want us to go to Rose Hills with Daddy.”