Elliot said, "I don’t have any orders at the moment. Go get some rest."The four men bid farewell to Elliot and Samuel before leaving.Samuel was puzzled. "Why did you let them stay, Mr. Elliot? They're all from Phoenix. Aren't you worried they'll find out the truth about your legs?""I’m not worried about that. It's time for us to strike back now after lying low for so many years," said Elliot. "We just need a plausible excuse.""What kind of excuse?""One that can convince everyone that my legs have only just healed.""But it’s not going to be easy to come up with an excuse. Mr. Ezekiel brought in so many doctors to see you, and you always told them it was unlikely you would recover. And now you’re suddenly going to regain your mobility? What will you tell everyone?”"What if I find an incredibly skilled healer?""Who would that be?"Elliot smiled mysteriously.Samuel's mouth twitched. 'Why is Mr. Elliot smiling so smugly?'"Did you meet that traditional doctor, Mr. Elliot
Elliot and Samuel didn't even flinch. They stood in place as though they hadn't noticed the dogs coming their way.The dogs rushed out, barking wildly at them. Elliot said something, and with a simple command, the dogs became incredibly obedient. They stopped barking. They tilted their heads and sat in a row, gazing at the man in front of them with a pleading look. Anyone who was watching would think they were Elliot's dogs.Sophia was furious and sprang up from her chair. Elliot's presence was overpowering, but those dogs would never submit so easily unless he knew how to speak to animals.Daisy was surprised and remarked, "Did that young man really tame those dogs?"Sophia didn't want to admit it, but it was true. Elliot had subdued them entirely. They had not torn him and Samuel to shreds.Elliot raised an eyebrow toward the surveillance camera and smiled triumphantly as if he knew Sophia was watching.Sophia felt a surge of anger. She stormed out.The front gate swung op
"See that field out front? It's been a long time since it was weeded. Daisy and Ken are getting older. You do it."When you’ve cleared out the weeds, we’ll go back to Phoenix. You can threaten me, of course, but think about your grandpa's illness. I might be the only one who can cure it!" Elliot looked at where she pointed to a big piece of land on the hill not far away. It looked to be about ten acres. All sorts of plants grew there.Sophia explained, "Those are all rare and precious herbs. One of those is worth hundreds of thousands. Remember not to step on them." Elliot frowned and said, "Will you go back with me to save my grandfather if I weed that whole place?""Yup," answered Sophia."Okay," said Elliot, heading straight toward the field.Samuel wanted to say something but swallowed his words and ran after Elliot.After taking a few steps, he turned back and shouted at the four men. "What are you looking at? Follow me."They were all speechless. This was a tough job
Elliot was speechless.He would have slapped this girl if he hadn’t needed a favor from her. She was incredibly irritating.Sophia looked at the man’s defeated face and could not help but chuckle. She swung her backpack onto her back, turned around, and left.Elliot exchanged a glance with Samuel.Samuel immediately caught on. "Let me carry your backpack for you, Ms. Sophia."Sophia replied: "There’s no need, I can handle it. Where's the car?"Samuel replied, "It’s down the hill."Sophia began her descent toward the bottom of the hill without hesitation.She swaggered with each step, tossing her hair back arrogantly.Elliot suddenly smiled and followed. He decided not to argue with her, especially since she had finally agreed to help his grandfather.The four men looked at each other. Elliot seemed to be interested in this woman. But they were more concerned about whether the hundred thousand was still on the table.They had been left without clothes and beaten twice for n
Elliot frowned. These past few days, he had encountered nothing but people asking him for money. They must think his money grew on trees. He looked disdainfully at the man, coolly replying, "No need."With that, he moved to open the car door.Once again, Gilbert stopped him. "What's the matter? Is the consultation fee too high? You drive such a nice car. Surely, you can afford to pay seven grand. If that's the case, give me a price, and I'll see what I can do."Elliot felt exasperated. As he was about to reject Gilbert again, Sophia came over. She boldly intervened, pulling Gilbert aside. "Do you have an ounce of dignity left? How dare you offer to treat people with your medical expertise?"Gilbert pointed at Sophia, growing increasingly agitated. "What's wrong with my medical skills? Am I not more knowledgeable than someone who knows nothing? As for you, are you going around treating people or sending them to their deaths?"Sophia's eyes narrowed with hostility. She had promise
When Sophia and Elliot arrived at the hospital, the former first visited Dorothy’s ward. To Sophia’s surprise, Daniel was also there. Upon entering, Sophia greeted them and sat by the bedside, revealing a small box she had brought from home."Grandma, is this what you asked me to bring?"Dorothy touched the small box and nodded. "Yes, that's it.""Do you want to take a look?"“It's okay. Just put it away for now."Sophia did not overthink it and put the small box away.Daniel looked at her with anger and frustration evident in his eyes. "Why didn't you tell me before you left?"He would not have let Elliot go up the mountain if he had known she had returned to Westo. If Elliot found her, it would be a big win.Sophia asked, "What's wrong?"Daniel hesitated before saying, "Nothing. Since you're back, I'll leave."Naturally, Sophia sensed he had something to say. "Then I'll walk you out."With that, she left the ward with him and asked, “What’s wrong?”Daniel responded, "Did
The following day, Elliot followed Jeffrey’s instructions and did not visit the hospital. Instead, he obediently waited at Villa No. 8 in Elm County.That morning, Samuel came holding a brand-new suit. “Mr. Elliot, are you wearing this today?”Elliot frowned. "No, just bring me the pajamas Grandpa left here last time.""Pajamas?" Samuel was puzzled. "Mr. Elliot, aren’t you going to the blind date your grandfather arranged? Wearing that might scare your date off."Elliot replied, "Scaring her away might be easier."The woman was the granddaughter of Jeffrey’s old friend, and she was also the woman who saved him. She did not mind that he had a disability, so Elliot could not express any dissatisfaction.If it were not for this trip to the countryside, he might have reluctantly tried to get along with the woman just to bring some happiness to his grandfather. However, Elliot could only thank her and try to put off the marriage.That way, he would not hurt the relationship between J
Although the place retained a natural mountain shape, it was clearly man-made. There were stone steps, pavilions, and a babbling spring. Occasionally, the distant calls of animals echoed. The air was fresh, and the scenery was picturesque.It was a gorgeous place.Sophia said, "All right."'Alright?' The bodyguard was puzzled. He glanced at Sophia and suggested, "Ms. Sophy, our young master keeps some animals here. Are you afraid? Maybe..."Sophia interrupted, "It's okay, I'm not afraid." With that, she walked in.The bodyguard was speechless. Seeing her enter, he quickly called Samuel, "Ms. Sophy went to the mountains. She refuses to leave and insists on waiting for the young master."Samuel was equally surprised. "She really went in?"The bodyguard confirmed, "Yes. I even warned her about the animals, but she said she's not afraid."Samuel cautioned, "Keep an eye on her and ensure nothing goes wrong. Also, have the family doctor on standby at all times."He gave a series o