Substitute Marriage With the Illegitimate Son novel Chapter 1186

"Are you seriously suggesting that doctors here would harm people?" Garrett fired back at Ian, his patience wearing thin. "You're only adding stress for the doctor and making Laney anxious, preventing her from getting the rest she needs."

Having observed Ian for some time, Garrett had to admit he was an incredibly responsible personal assistant. But there was something about him that grated on his nerves.

Watching Ian interrogate the doctor relentlessly only fueled Garrett's irritation.

"I'm only doing my job; looking out for my boss," Ian replied coolly, his gaze never wavering from Garrett.

Anger bubbled up inside Garrett. "You're being paranoid! This hospital was handpicked by the Harding family—it's the best maternity hospital in the country! What could possibly go wrong? You think you're more competent than the doctors here?" he snapped.

"If you'd bothered to read my profile, you'd know I used to be a doctor." Ian pulled out his medical license and handed it to Garrett.

Upon seeing Ian's picture and name on the license, Garrett was momentarily speechless.

In all honesty, he never expected Ian to be a doctor as well.

Ian wasn't looking for an argument with Garrett, so he let the subject drop without further discussion.

Given the strange behavior of the attending physician earlier, Ian couldn't help but caution, "Mr. Harding, if you can, I suggest taking an extra week off to be with your wife during her delivery, or consider switching to a different hospital."

Garrett frowned, thinking Ian was simply being difficult for no reason.

Work already consumed his time, leaving little left to spare. An extra week off to accompany Laney was the best he could manage.

Besides, with Laney so far along in her pregnancy, switching hospitals on a whim wouldn't be a feasible option.

Due to the tension growing by the second, Laney took Garrett's hand and attempted to defuse the situation with a soft voice. "Garrett, don't worry about me. This hospital seems top-notch, and the doctors here are clearly professionals. Besides, Ian is a skilled personal assistant. With him here, I feel safe and well taken care of."

Garrett's frown deepened, a surge of bitterness swelling within him.