Chapter 1765

Sweat beaded on the researcher's forehead as he struggled internally, hesitating for what felt like an eternity. In the end, he caved, allowing them to see the patient.

As the researcher scurried away, Karina glanced at Wilfred. "Earlier, you mentioned Dr. Carter and Professor Zeller. Who are they?"

Wilfred's response was calm and straightforward. "Harley Carter, the person you just met. A dual specialist in internal and external medicine with years of overseas training. As for Professor Zeller, he's a towering figure in the medical field. He's given lectures at prestigious universities." "Dr. Carter is his last and most esteemed protégé."

Karina's heart raced. "Are you talking about Tim Zeller? The Professor Zeller?"

Wilfred glanced at her, his tone neutral. "That's him. What, are you a fan?"

Realizing her excitement might have been a bit much, Karina hesitated. Given the earlier tension, it seemed like there might be some conflict between Wilfred and the mentor-protégé duo.

While she mulled over how to respond, Wilfred casually looked away, his tone dismissive. "Admiration is understandable. His reputation speaks for itself."

He took a few steps forward, deliberately widening the distance between them.

Karina blinked. Was he upset?

didn't seem like the type to get angry over a few words, and besides, she hadn't said anything offensive. If he was upset, over what? Pushing aside the distracting thoughts, Karina

through the monitors, seeing him

since you last visited," the young man said quietly, sitting on the

eyelashes and hair were pure white. The effect was stunning, almost otherworldly, like a snow sprite brought

turned

just that this is

been holding. Even this simple motion carried an inherent elegance, as

smiled faintly. "Thank you. You're

head in surprise. "The second? Who

a close friend or relative, but the young man's gaze shifted slowly to her

Standing there was Wilfred.

Wilfred," the young man

Karina was taken aback.

young man, his chiseled, stoic features exuding precision. Yet, his actions carried

first time, Karina caught a glimpse of

and the previous results

and gave a bitter smile. "It's worse,

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