“Thanks,” Dr. Felch replied with a sigh, “By the way, about your family, I hope you don’t mind me giving my two cents on the matter.”

He looked at Charlotte searchingly before he continued, “I know I’m just an outsider and I might not know what is going on, but what your belated father said has always stuck to me. The reason why he worked so hard through the grind is none other than his family. He was not interested in power or wealth. All he ever wanted was for his wife and children to enjoy a carefree and peaceful life. Family is what counts at the end of the day.”

Charlotte’s complicated gaze met the old man’s eyes. “I know…”

“I’m sure you know what’s best for you,” Dr. Felch said, patting her hand as he turned toward Sam. “Bring Mr. Nacht in. I’d like to have a word with him.”

“Right away, Dr. Felch.” The apprentice went out immediately to fetch Zachary.

Charlotte, turning back toward her. “Could you make me some vegetable beef soup too? I really miss

I’ll get going

the room soon after. Charlotte got her burn treated and started making some

room with Ben. When he saw the sickly old man reclining on his bed, a sense of resignation budded in his

but now he’s reduced to his sickbed. I guess even the mightiest man is a nobody

am I speak? I’m a dying

saw Zachary. Sam quickly went over to put a cushion

Dr. Felch,” Zachary greeted politely as

see you,” the doctor said, looking at Zachary from the head

Zachary hesitated.

looked at the door briefly and went over to shut

asked her to go make me some soup. Hayley is there

was on the young

surprised the old man actually read

Felch beckoned, pointing at the empty space beside

as requested while Sam turned on all the lights in the room so the doctor could have a good look

carefully surveying the young man, Dr. Felch shook his head, sighing, “I hope I’m

still a chance of him getting better?” Ben asked in

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