Chapter 17
Chapter 17
Hackett wasn’t just being an alarmist
Every single drug listed on this prescription was dangerously patent–just the slightest misstep could be fatal. Even with all his years of medical experience. Hackett would never dare prescribe something like this to a patient.
He couldn’t help but wonder what kind of reckless quack would have the nerve to write such a prescription.
Hearing this, Skyler’s face went pale with worry. “Is it really that serious?” he asked urgently.
“It is,” Hackett replied, nodding gravely. “And on top of that, the secondary prescription contains two highly toxic ingredients. One wrong move, and someone could end up dead. Whatever you do, don’t take any of that p>
As he spoke, Hackett picked up his notepad, swiftly scribbled out a new prescription, and handed it to Skyler. “Mr. Sylvester’s condition will improve if you follow this regimen to reduce internal inflammation, ” he said.
Lover his face p>
“Thank you, Dr. Shepherd.” Skyler accepted the prescription with both hands, gratitude written all over
Hackett smiled and waved him off. “It’s my duty to ease my patients‘ troubles p>
o me. Don’t let
He added, “Mr. Sylvester, if you ever feel unwell again, please make sure to visit a reputable hospital–or come straight to yourself get fooled by some back alley charlatan. Losing money is one thing, but risking your health or your life is quite another p>
In Hackett’s mind, traditional medicine in Eldermere had long since fallen into decline. He considered himself one of the last truly gifted practitioners–nobody else in this city could hope to match his expertise.
If Gordon’s ailment was really a deficiency of energy and fluids, there was no way he would have missed it.
Skyler listened, visibly shaken. “Absolutely, Dr. Shepherd. We’ll be much more careful from now on
As soon as they stepped out of the townhouse, Skyler couldn’t hold back any longer. “See, Uncle? I told you that woman was a fraud! Dr. Shepherd’s diagnosis matches the hospital’s exactly–now you can finally stop worrying p>
Compared to that woman in the elevator, Dr. Shepherd’s authority was beyond question
Gordon said nothing. He lit a cigarette, the swirling smoke blurring his features.
This was getting more and more interesting
He couldn’t help looking forward to what would happen in two days ‘ time.
Meanwhile–E
After finishing up her business, Fortune made his way to the hospital.
When Caitlin saw her grandfather arrive, she greeted him politely, then left almost immediately.
She had more important things to take care of.
No sooner had Caitlin walked out than Keeley grabbed Fortune’s hand, her voice trembling with excitement. ‘Fortune, your granddaughter is going to go far–just you wait p>
“Huh?” Fortune was momentarily stunned p>
He could hardly believe those words were coming from his old friend. After all, Keeley had never thought much of Caitlin before, always saying Fortune had raised an ungrateful child
Was the sun rising in the west today?
Noticing Fortune’s confusion, Keeley quickly explained what had happened that morning
Ever since Caitlin’s impressive speech in the hospital garden, several people had come to ask Keeley
y about her.
One of them even claimed to be a talent scout, eager to recruit Caitlin as the next big starti
But Carlin had no interest in any of that p>
e months
After hearing the whole story, Fortune laughed warmly “Catie’s always been a clever girl. I remember when she was barely nine old–I took her out for a walk, and her shoe fell off. She started wailing, and I couldn’t figure out why. When I turned back and saw her little shoe on the ground, I put it back on her foot, and she stopped crying right away! Such a smart little thing. It’s just a shame that Later…“V
It was just a shame that later,
Caitlin m
met Julian.
After that, she seemed to change–her studies slipped, and all she could think about was marrying Julian.
That was when the bond between grandfather and granddaughter began to fade.
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Three men in suits sat at a window table
One of them placed a folder on the tabletop and looked apologetically at the man across from him.
“Mr. Winslow, I’m truly sorry. Although we had discussed working together your company’s proposal simply doesn’t measure up, In business, you need not only to read the room, but also to have an eye for investment. Anyone can see that now is the time to partner with The Chandler Group, not your firm. I’m sorry, but that’s our final decision
Since Julian had taken over The Chandler Group, the company had become the talk of Silverhaven. The media even called Julian a once–in–a–decade dark horse p>
Meanwhile, Victor Winslow’s Apex Game Studios was on a downward spiral.
The only reason they’d considered working with Apex in the first place was the hope that Apex would win this year’s Celestial Awards But at this point, it was doubtful whether Apex could even deliver a proposal to Sylvester Group on Eme, let alone win any awards.8
Hudson Barrett was a shrewd businessman. He knew better than to stick with a sinking ship–now was the time to switch alliances to The Chandler Group.
Victor opened his mouth to protest, but the man beside Hudson, Babur, out