Chapter 170

Matthew said calmly, "I came here for two reasons-to repay a debt and to retrieve Medieval Medicine."

Jenny nodded in understanding. "My grandfather mentioned that one day, someone would come and claim that book. But I don't know where it is right now." Matthew smiled. "Can we visit the old mansion?"

Jenny's eyes brightened. "Sure! Let's go check out the old mansion."

Half an hour later, the gate to the courtyard creaked open, releasing a cascade of dust. Jenny took a few steps back, waiting for the dust to settle before stepping into the courtyard. Suddenly, a large dog emerged from a doghouse in the corner, barking furiously at the gate.

Cosmo stepped out from behind Jenny, his face lighting up with joy as he approached the dog. "Max, I thought you were lost! I can't believe you're still here guarding the place." Max wagged its tail enthusiastically, circling Cosmo and showing his excitement. Jenny led Matthew into Walter's consultation room.

The desk was covered in a thick layer of dust, and the silhouettes of mice could be seen scurrying across the cabinets.

Matthew began to search through the room, opening drawers, moving the medical cabinet, and even shifting the desk. He checked every nook and cranny.

Despite the thorough search, there was no sign of the book. He looked disappointed. "Maybe someone took it already."

Suddenly, Jenny remembered someone important. "Matt, my grandfather once had an apprentice called Howard Simpson. Eventually, my grandfather expelled him for some reason. "Afterward, he would often say, 'Dogs are more loyal than people. Show kindness to a dog, and it will stay true to you. But be kind to a person, and you might end up with a knife in your back." Matthew shook his head. He knew that if Howard had the book, he would have sold it long ago."Let's search the other rooms as well."

Jenny led Matthew from room to room, their search making them both look quite disheveled with dust covering their clothes and faces. Despite their efforts, the book was nowhere to be found.

everywhere we could think of, and

and think about where else it might be. We can come

said with a smile, "Let's head back. Bring the dog with us. It would starve if we left

filthy and smelled terrible. It became a stray ever since

guarding the house. Matthew admired

eagerly called out to Max, "Come on, Max.

wagged its tail excitedly, almost as if it understood Cosmo, though it wasn't clear if it did. As the three of them walked out, Max trotted after them. Matthew locked the

you can come back anytime if you need to search

of them, along with Max, began walking away from the

a few feet away from the place when Max suddenly barked

a crooked tree beside the entrance and agilely

of longing on his face. "Wait

"Maybe it still sees this place

remained still, watching

urgent barks and sudden return to the house felt

en

himself deeply drawn to Max, standing motionless for a long

Max some meat next time. Let's go." He turned

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