Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 274

I didn't join Xander for lunch as I already had an appointment with Lisa.

She said Keith had come to their hospital as a visiting professor and that she had already spoken to him. She wanted me to meet him to discuss the details of Ellie's treatment.

"I'll bring Brandon with me," I said. After all, it was about his sister, so it would be best if he heard everything firsthand. Plus, he should be the one to decide whether or not to go ahead with the surgery. Lisa hes "You should come alone. Besides, time is short. We'll only have a short break to quickly discuss the situation," she explained.

So, I went to the hospital alone with Ellie's medical records. Lisa was waiting for me, and after glancing at the records, she led me to the lecture hall.

On the way, she explained, "Keith is very busy. After his lecture, he has other commitments, so you might only have four or five minutes to talk."

I couldn't believe it. "That busy? Like the president?"

Lisa chuckled at my joke and teased back, "Pretty much. He's an internationally renowned professor now. The fact that he's here at

our luck, or maybe one of the directors

as well, but her achievements seemed insignificant in the eyes of Keith, whom she admired. This might be the reason for her crush all these years. Love was about being well-matched,

met him privately?" I asked, still

I had, I wouldn't be calling you to meet him now," Lisa said while nudging me. "I told you, he's a big-shot professor with an assistant who manages his time." I got the message. It wasn't because she didn't want to, but she didn't

contact, right? Why not give it a try?" I

However, Lisa didn't reply.

The huge electronic screen displayed the words, "Welcome Professor Keith Marrow, International Medical Expert, as a visiting

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packed with people. There was a young and handsome man wearing rimless glasses giving a

rivaling even that of TV news anchors. The white lab coat he wore reflected the bright light in the room, making him look like a

He was such a striking and accomplished man. It was no wonder that no one

Since Lisa and I arrived late, there were no seats left. We could only stand at

if it was just my imagination, but as soon as Lisa and

looking at you," I whispered