Chapter 91
Cedric called out anxiously, “But Dr. Lloyd, you haven’t accepted me as your apprentice yet! Don’t worry, I know the protocols. I’ll surely make this apprenticeship worth your while!”
“It wouldn’t be appropriate,” Andrew replied dismissively. However, I’m open to discussing medical techniques with you in the future if the opportunity arises.”
As Andrew left the Aicker residence, Cedric watched him go with disappointment. However, a new spark of hope ignited in his eyes when he glanced at Francesca.
“Fran, he healed you, right? Any chance there’s a little spark between you two?” Cedric asked with a sly grin.
Grandpa, what are you talking about?” Francesca’s face turned red, baffled by her grandfather’s sudden change in demeanor.
Cedric clasped his hands behind his back and mumbled, “Silly girl, it’s obvious that Andrew is not an ordinary person based on the skills he possessed at such a young age. I wanted to become his apprentice to gain a powerful ally, but that won’t work. At his age, it’s natural to be ambitious. While he may not care for an old man like me, he might be swayed by your charms.”
Francesca finally understood that Cedric was trying to use her beauty to forge a connection with Andrew. The realization made her legs weak, and she felt embarrassed and frustrated.
“Grandpa, you’re overthinking it. Andrew may be skilled, but he’s just another junior doctor at our hospital,” Francesca explained, hoping to put an end to Cedric’s wild ideas.
Cedric chuckle. “Oh, Fran, you’re so young and naive. Just because he works at Jayrodale General Hospital doesn’t mean that’s the whole story. Anyone who knows pressure–point techniques and ancient medical practices isn’t from any simple background. He likely has connections to either Chetvine’s elite medical circles or even some prestigious sect.”
Francesca remained silent, remembering her earlier suspicions about Andrew’s background during the incident with Dylan. She had already learned not to underestimate him, and lately, she had found herself smiling more in his presence, feeling something she could not quite define.
Meanwhile, Simon’s gaze lingered on Francesca’s delicate features and graceful figure. He had always considered her his future wife, and he would not let anyone take her away from him.
Though he had to admit Andrew’s skill in curing Francesca’s rare condition was impressive, Simon felt a twisted satisfaction. Now that she was healed, he could hardly contain his excitement over the possibility of being intimate with her. As his mind wandered, he felt an indescribable heat burning in him.
Just then, Cedric received an urgent phone call. After listening briefly, he grabbed his medical bag and rushed toward the door.
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Chapter 91
“Fran, have a good rest at home. Mr. Thatcher has fallen critically immediately.”
ill, and I need to go
Francesca froze in shock. She recalled Andrew had predicted this at the racetrack, warning that without immediate treatment, Mark’s condition could become life–threatening.
Could Andrew’s medical expertise really be that extraordinary?
