Novel Squares
Chapter 49
Chapter 49
Chapter 49 Grandmaster
Finnegan and Bernice went to Jerome Medical Clinic after having their lunch.
Once they arrived at the entrance and got out of the car, Finnegan turned to Bernice in curiosity. “What’s the matter with you?”
Something seemed to bother her since they left the Haimowitz residence. She merely took at few bites of her meal earlier and appeared distracted as well.
She hesitated briefly before saying, “Finnegan, did you really receive one hundred million. from the Haimowitz family?”
Hearing that, he fathomed the reason behind her gloom. “Are you worried that I didn’t cure Old Mr. Haimowitz?”
That was indeed her concern. “Old Mr. Haimowitz may appear to be in a better condition. now, but what if his health deteriorates afterward? So, did you accept one hundred million. from them?”
Assuming that Finnegan did not receive the money, he would not be held accountable if anything unfortunate were to happen to the old man in the future.
On the other hand, if he did accept the sum, members of the Haimowitz family might point. their fingers at him.
Finnegan smiled and tidied her fringe. “Rest assured. I have absolute confidence in the success of my treatment whenever I decide to tend to a patient. It’s either that or I completely refrain from doing anything. Putting aside the risk of facing disasters or accidents, I can guarantee Old Mr. Haimowitz will stay healthy for the subsequent ten years. following the treatment session today.”
Bernice relaxed a little after taking in his confident demeanor. “So, did you really take one hundred million from them?” Content (C) Nôv/elDra/ma.Org.
“What do you think?”
Finnegan chuckled before walking into Jerome Medical Clinic.
Staring at his leaving figure from behind, she muttered, “Perhaps I was overthinking things. He wouldn’t dare to accept that one hundred million.”
She was clearly still oblivious to the fact that Finnegan had agreed to receive the Miles. family’s No. 1 Villa at Dragon Bay which was worth a conservative estimate of one billion.
“You’re here, Mr. Larkin.”
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When Finnegan and Bernice entered the clinic, Jerome strode over with a glowing face. He no longer seemed dejected as he previously did.
Finnegan scanned the surroundings. “Mr. Magnussen, you’ve pulled yourself together.”
The clinic was a mess when Finnegan came a few days ago. Many things were casually strewn across the place, and all the furniture was covered in dust. In comparison, the entire clinic. looked brand new now. Many old pieces of equipment were also replaced with new ones.
A calligraphy art depicting the words Jerome had mentioned before adorned the wall of the main lobby once again: Providing medical treatment until my last breath.
Jerome grinned. “I find my life to be meaningful again now that Yuliana has recovered. Still, I cannot take credit for refurbishing this clinic. Ms. Zimmerman did all the work. She had personally tasked her subordinates to revamp this facility.”
Touched after hearing that, Finnegan gazed at Bernice. “You’re already swamped with your company’s work. Why did you spend time handling my matters too?”
“I don’t mind helping you out.” She winked at him.
She’s such a silly girl. Finnegan said to Jerome, “Mr. Magnussen, aside from coming here to check the place out, I actually have another request which I hope you’ll agree to.”
“Mr. Larkin, I have a request to make too.”
“You may go first, Mr. Magnussen.”
Jerome abruptly knelt before Finnegan. “Mr. Larkin, your medical skills are obviously greater than mine since you were able to diagnose and cure Yuliana. I wish to be your disciple and hope you’ll allow me to stay at Jerome Medical Clinic.”
Jerome Medical Clinic was the fruit of his lifetime’s labor.
He wasn’t reluctant to hand it over to Finnegan. Instead, Jerome was unwilling to leave the clinic just like that. Besides, after getting to know Finnegan in the past few days, Jerome realized Finnegan was a brilliant doctor who kept a low profile, so he wanted to learn from the latter.
Finnegan hurriedly reached out to help Jerome up from the floor. “Mr. Magnussen, you’re my
elder, so you shouldn’t do this. Please get up before we discuss this matter further.”
Unfortunately, Jerome was stubborn and wouldn’t get to his feet. “I’ll continue kneeling as long as you don’t agree to my plea.”
Bernice persuaded, “Finnegan, hurry up and agree to Mr. Magnussen’s request. Don’t let an elder like him kneel any longer!”
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Finnegan flashed a wry smile before uttering, “Mr. Magnussen, I was about to ask if you’re willing to remain in Jerome Medical Clinic becalise I won’t be here at all times to treat patients. Therefore, your presence is still required to keep this clinic running. As for the matter related to your wish to be my disciple, I’m afraid I cannot agree to that since I’ll need to acquire my master’s consent before taking in an apprentice.”
Jerome was slightly disappointed after listening to that response.
Nonetheless, he stopped insisting after knowing he could stay. Then, he stood up. “Mr. Larkin, may I know which medical expert is your master? I’m deeply impressed that he was able to nurture an outstanding disciple like you
Finnegan replied, “He’s an eccentric old traditional medicine practitioner. You’re probably unfamiliar with his name, even if I tell you. Also, you can just call me by my name. It is too much for you to address me as ‘Mr. Larkin.”
“No, that won’t do. You’re more knowledgeable in medicine than me. In that case, let me address you as “Master Larkin”.”
The corner of Finnegan’s mouth twitched. He’s trying to use a more indirect method to become my mentee since I can’t agree to accept him as my apprentice officially.
Before Finnegan could answer, Jerome turned around and ushered them to the back. “Master Larkin, Ms. Zimmerman, please follow me to the backyard. We can sip on coffee while we chat.”
Finnegan smiled in resignation as he looked at Jerome scurrying away. What a crafty man!
Bernice also fathomed Jerome’s intention. She couldn’t help but laugh. “If others were to know one of the top ten doctors in Loang is referring to you as his master, countless people would be utterly astonished.”
The expression in her eyes grew gentler as she gazed at him. She also naturally wrapped her arm around his.
The clinic’s backyard was renovated, now giving off an elegant, classical vibe.
Jerome invited Finnegan and Bernice to take a seat in the pavilion. Then, he shouted in the direction of the room beside the area, “Yuliana, come out here and make a pot of coffee. You can also seize this opportunity to meet your savior.”
“I’ll be right there.”
Soon, Yuliana walked over while holding the coffee brewing kit. She no longer appeared sickly, insane, and emaciated.
Nevertheless, recuperating from the two years of torment required time. At that moment,
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she weighed only around seventy pounds and would need to slowly condition her body before restoring her physique.
Still, it was apparent that Yuliana, dressed in a long green dress, was a girl with a graceful temperament. Despite her current gaunt yet delicate countenance, Finnegan figured Yuliana. would be a captivating woman once she regained her weight.
When she got within proximity, Jerome got to his feet and introduced, “Yuliana, this is Master Finnegan Larkin. He was the person who cured your condition.”
A hint of faint surprise flashed across her eyes. She was slightly taken aback to hear Jerome addressing Finnegan in such a way.
Nevertheless, she recollected herself the next instant. She set down the coffee brewing kit, bowed, and expressed her gratitude. “Mr. Larkin, thank you for treating me and encouraging my grandpa to get back on his feet so that he doesn’t give up his career because of me.”
Jerome uttered displeasingly, “Yuliana, I look up to Master Larkin as a mentee. Hence, you should address him as Grandmaster.”
Finnegan felt self-conscious because of how serious Jerome was. “Mr. Magnussen, the formalities are not necessary. Let’s keep things simple. You don’t have to call me Master Larkin, either. Just call me by my name will do.
“No! The wiser man in the field of medicine is always a mentor to those inferior to him.”
Yuliana glanced at Finnegan curiously. She didn’t question her grandfather’s decision. “Greetings, Grandmaster.”
The corner of Finnegan’s mouth twitched as he realized there was no escaping accepting Jerome as his apprentice.
He couldn’t help but curse inwardly. He’s so cunning! I can’t believe he even utilized his granddaughter to force me into yielding.
In contrast, Jerome was elated. “Come sit here and pour your grandmaster a Master, you should savor the drink. Yuliana is quite adept at brewing coffee.”
cup
of coffee.
Helplessness filled Finnegan’s chest as he shifted his eyes from Jerome, who was scheming to become his apprentice, to Yuliana, who had to address him as “Grandmaster” even though they were almost the same age.
Still, Finnegan didn’t want to embarrass an experienced doctor like Jerome. As a result, he could only nod in silence.
However, when Finnegan was about to taste the pot of coffee Yuliana had just prepared, someone’s voice sounded. “Is Dr. Magnussen around?”
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she weighed only around seventy pounds and would need to slowly condition her body before restoring her physique.
Still, it was apparent that Yuliana, dressed in a long green dress, was a girl with a graceful temperament. Despite her current gaunt yet delicate countenance, Finnegan figured Yuliana. would be a captivating woman once she regained her weight.
When she got within proximity, Jerome got to his feet and introduced, “Yuliana, this is Master Finnegan Larkin. He was the person who cured your condition.”
A hint of faint surprise flashed across her eyes. She was slightly taken aback to hear Jerome addressing Finnegan in such a way.
Nevertheless, she recollected herself the next instant. She set down the coffee brewing kit, bowed, and expressed her gratitude. “Mr. Larkin, thank you for treating me and encouraging my grandpa to get back on his feet so that he doesn’t give up his career because of me.”
Jerome uttered displeasingly, “Yuliana, I look up to Master Larkin as a mentee. Hence, you should address him as Grandmaster.”
Finnegan felt self-conscious because of how serious Jerome was. “Mr. Magnussen, the formalities are not necessary. Let’s keep things simple. You don’t have to call me Master Larkin, either. Just call me by my name will do.”
“No! The wiser man in the field of medicine is always a mentor to those inferior to him.”
Yuliana glanced at Finnegan curiously. She didn’t question her grandfather’s decision. “Greetings, Grandmaster.”
The corner of Finnegan’s mouth twitched as he realized there was no escaping accepting Jerome as his apprentice.
He couldn’t help but curse inwardly. He’s so cunning! I can’t believe he even utilized his granddaughter to force me into yielding.
In contrast, Jerome was elated. “Come sit here and pour your grandmaster a cup of coffee. Master, you should savor the drink. Yuliana is quite adept at brewing coffee.”
Helplessness filled Finnegan’s chest as he shifted his eyes from Jerome, who was scheming to become his apprentice, to Yuliana, who had to address him as “Grandmaster” even though they were almost the same age.
Still, Finnegan didn’t want to embarrass an experienced doctor like Jerome. As a result, he could only nod in silence.
However, when Finnegan was about to taste the pot of coffee Yuliana had just prepared, someone’s voice sounded. “Is Dr. Magnussen around?”