I won't discuss the matter of responsibility further. Let's address a different issue now."
Du Heng took a long breath and looked seriously at the three individuals opposite him. "Setting aside what happened earlier," he began, "I want to comment on your actions during the conflict. I want to praise all three of you. You performed exceptionally well, and your actions prevented potentially more severe consequences."
Hearing Du Heng's praise, the initially tense trio visibly relaxed. Although they still had to face the head nurse and the Director later, at least they had passed the Dean's part, they thought. Even if the Director and head nurse decided on a punishment, it probably wouldn't be too severe.
However, just as the three began to feel at ease, Du Heng's subsequent words made their jaws drop.
"Feeling proud, are we? Were you moved by my praise?" Du Heng's expression turned cold. "Everyone, please tell me, who are you? What is your job?"
