“B-But—” Michelle wiped her tears and remembered something. She said, “Didn’t you say there might be dangerous viruses around, and we should stay indoors to avoid crowds? Must you go on a long journey now?”Although she was pleased that her son had become sensible, she could not help but worry about his safety.“I’m going now, Mom. I meant when the crisis is over,” Austin chuckled and looked at his watch. “It’s getting late. I should get going.”Michelle became wide-eyed. “Dinner will be ready soon. Go after your meal, okay?”“I have to go,” he said as he headed out, “I’d love to have dinner with you guys, but there are too many things I need to handle now.”“What could be so important? You—” Michelle wanted to persuade him, but her husband pulled at her arm and shook his head, saying quietly, “Just let him go.”‘But…”“It’s good that he’s become such a responsible person. Don’t you think he’s more like a good doctor now?” Elijah said happily, gazing after his son as he went awa
The two recognized each other and exclaimed the same line almost simultaneously. Austin only knew he was supposed to treat a young woman, but he did not know it would be Anastasia.Meanwhile, Anastasia recognized him at first glance as the “miracle doctor” who used to treat her. Maria had engaged his services back then but was proven to be a conman.Anastasia scrambled to the side and exclaimed, “No, you’re not a doctor! You’re a conman, and I don’t want you to treat me!”“I…” Austin was embarrassed. ‘She’s right. I was just like a conman before this. I cured plenty of patients, but I wasn’t a good doctor. I cared too much about fame then.’“Well, I’m no longer a conman, okay? I’m the only person who can treat you,” Austin said patiently.Anastasia frowned, unconvinced. “I don’t believe you! I don’t need your help!”“Listen to me, okay?” Austin raised his voice, trying to calm her down as he held her shoulders. “Alex was the one who asked me to treat you. It’s also what Lily wa
“Okay, I’ll listen.” Anastasia nodded vigorously without hesitation. She was willing to let Austin treat her since Alexander had sent him. After all, she wanted to find her father after getting better.‘Staying here is too suffocating.’Austin nodded when he saw her willingness to cooperate.…After meeting the queen, the organization sent Lily back. However, she did not go to the empty hospital room this time. Instead, she was in a hotel room similar to the previous one. She felt much better there—there was even a TV for her.Lily wondered if there was Wi-Fi since there was a TV. She tried several times but could not detect any signals. Eventually, Lily realized the TV programs were from an internal network. In other words, she could not contact the outside world, even if she managed to use the TV’s signal.‘These people are resourceful. However, I should expect that since this concerns the queen.’Even so, Lily did not expect the queen of Yudonia to be here. She wondered if sh
Lily’s tone was unfriendly.The doctor was reaching for medical instruments, and his hand stopped.Lily kept her head down and gently patted her babies to soothe them. She said, “What’s the point of these physical examinations? I know my body well. No one can stop me if I kill myself.“Tell your bosses they should agree to my conditions if they want me to cooperate. Otherwise, they won’t have what they want. I can guarantee that.”Everyone present, including the doctor, looked at each other with troubled expressions. After a momentary silence, the doctor said, “Ms. Christian, you’re putting us in a difficult situation. We have no idea who’s in charge and what conditions you have. We’re just…following orders.”Lily nodded and finally raised her head to look at him. “Then tell whoever it is that I want to see them. I have something to say. Otherwise, they won’t get what they want. That’s it!”After briefly stating her thoughts, she carefully placed her child in the small cart. Then
"People think I'm young and in good spirits. With my family's kickboxing background, they assume my physical condition is excellent. But in reality... Do you know why I decided to study traditional medicine?"Her sudden outburst left the doctor puzzled. He shook his head, saying, "No, I don't.""It's because I'm not in good health," Lily smiled and continued, "I wanted to study traditional medicine because of my poor health. Traditional medicine emphasizes holistic healing and gradual treatment, so I thought I could learn to care for myself.“Perhaps it worked since my health has been quite good recently. Don't you all think I look healthy? See? Even my blood test results show that I'm healthy.""Yes, of course!" The trio subconsciously nodded, unsure where Lily was going with this."But the truth is, I know I'm not. I've been feeling terrible, especially after birthing my children. Never mind. You modern doctors won't understand." She waved dismissively, saying, "I don't need to
"Why would you waver because of a few words from that woman?" Fred's expression was grim, but he restrained his tone as he continued, "We've been conducting our research for so long and finally found a perfect match for you.“We can't give up because of what she said. I know you're kind and reluctant, but think about your people and your country’s unfinished missions. Our nation needs you—the people need you!"The room fell silent again as if the person behind Fred was contemplating her words or he had persuaded her otherwise.After not receiving an answer, Fred pressed on. "Your Majesty, if that woman's health is so bad, how could she manipulate the doctors and escape from us repeatedly? She’s clever, physically fit, and, most importantly, highly compatible with your body.“This experiment isn't just for you. Our entire country will benefit if it succeeds. We will become the strongest nation in the world, and no one will dare challenge us."He continued speaking, each word striki
“Of course I do!" the man said, raising his eyes and looking at his wife before him. "W-What's going on?"His wife smiled at him, still holding the candle-lit cake. "Make a wish first!"The man stood up slowly and looked at the cake and burning candles. He shook his head, saying, "I have no wishes. My biggest wish has already come true. I've always wished for you all to return safe and sound and for our family to be together forever!"His wife smiled again, but the two children asked for some cake."All right, let's have some cake!" He said, blowing out the candles and removing them. Then he cut the cake into small pieces and handed them to his children.Each child got a piece of cake and happily went to eat while he held his wife's hand and sat down. "So, what's the story behind all this?"‘Didn’t they get kidnapped? Although someone rescued them somehow, my family still went from one group to another. It’s just a different form of captivity with the same purpose of manipulating
Edward leaned against the wall outside and lit a cigarette. Just as he exhaled a puff of smoke, he heard movement from the house and saw the doctor walking out.Edward gestured with his chin toward the house. "Why not spend more time with them?"Without answering, the doctor looked at him and asked, "What do you want from us?""Huh?" Edward seemed somewhat puzzled."You saved my wife and children and then released them. There must be a condition. What do you want me to do?" The doctor had already thought it through inside the house. He knew they would not release his family without expecting something in return.He was willing to do whatever it took as long as his family was safe. Nothing else mattered more."There's no demand." Edward waved. "None."The doctor was shocked.‘How can that be? He did a great favor for me. Surely they’ll have a demand.’Edward noticed his disbelief and straightened up, saying solemnly, “We wouldn’t have released your family if we wanted something