Billionaire’s Missing Darling by Theresa Wilde -
Chapter 171-180
Chapter 171
Olivia’s departure was sudden. Gillian did not notice at all. It wasn’t until the nurse in her grandfather’s ward came to report that Olivia had not come for the entire day that she suddenly realized it.
Why did Olivia suddenly leave?
Gillian raised her eyebrows slightly and suddenly had a bad feeling.
Because she had too many things to worry about these days, and because of the banquet that was going to be held when she took over the Smith family in ten more days, her heart had been tense, afraid that something would happen!
Hence, Gillian had asked people to keep an eye on Olivia. However, she did not expect that there would still be a mistake.
Frowning, she called Jim Lucas, who was keeping an eye on Olivia.
Beep, beep, beep… Beep, beep, beep…
It had been ten minutes, but no one answered the phone.
Gillian frowned even more. The office was clearly as quiet as the night, but she was so frustrated that she could not calm down for a long time.
“What a useless man!” Jim couldn’t even keep an eye on Olivia.
Gillian hung up and called the person in charge of the detective agency. The person in charge replied very quickly. He said that he would send someone to the hotel to see what was going on with Jim.
After a while, Jim called.
There was something wrong with his voice. It was hoarse. “I’m sorry, Ms. Smith… “Jim rubbed her temples. His head hurt terribly. “Mr. Andrew of the Sullivan family left the hotel and returned to Evervale at noon.”
“What about Olivia?” Gillian sat up straight.
Jim shook his head and apologetically said, “I’m sorry, Ms. Smith. I fell asleep and don’t know where Olivia is. I just asked the hotel. Olivia has checked out. Only Blake is still here.”
“Check out?” Gillian was anxious. “Where did she go?”
Gillian did not take over the Smith family completely and announced it to the public, which made Gillian uneasy. Gillian was always afraid her grandfather would have a trump card for Olivia to catch her off guard.
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“Ms. Smith, you can rest assured.” Jim sounded professional. “We’ll investigate Olivia’s whereabouts now. We have the means to find out the transportation method she took through her identity card number. We can find out whether she travels by plane, train, car, or self–driving.”
“Okay,” Gillian nodded. “Then hurry up.”
After hanging up the phone, Gillian leaned forward and rested her arms. on the desk. Her fingertips tapped on the phone screen, looking like she was in deep thought.
Where on earth did Olivia go?
Would Olivia use their past friendship to seek help from those big shots?
Olivia shouldn’t do so!
Gillian shook her head and denied it as soon as she thought of it.
In the past, those big shots were willing to pay attention to Olivia because of her grandfather. Now that she was here herself, they would definitely not help her if she did not have enough weight.
Gillian felt a little more relaxed at the thought of it.
Half an hour later, Jim called. “Ms. Smith, I’ve checked. Olivia should still be in Layfield. She didn’t go anywhere but hid.”
“Olivia didn’t go anywhere?” Gillian was surprised.
Jim nodded affirmatively. “I checked her ID number. She didn’t take transportation, even a taxi or bus.”
“Okay. I got it.” Gillian hung up and sneered.
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Olivia was hiding and sneaking around, which was all she could do.
After knowing that Olivia had deliberately avoided her, Gillian’s contempt for Olivia increased. Gillian felt that there was no need for her to put too much effort into Olivia. Olivia was only relying on her grandfather’s love.
Now that Olivia had lost her grandfather, she was nothing. She only knew how to hide and did not even dare to show her face openly.
How petty Olivia was!
At the same time, in a low–profile car with a special license plate.
Olivia sat in the back seat with a laptop on her knees. The screen was filled with dizzying codes.
There was no plot that appeared in the movie. Her fingers tapped on the
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keyboard. The screen seemed to be flashing as it quickly changed as if it had special effects.
Olivia’s posture was even a little lazy. She leaned sideways and supported her chin with her left hand. She used her right index finger to type on the keyboard every few seconds.
She slowly used one of her fingers to type like an aged person learning to use a computer.
The Man in the passenger seat seemed to have received some news. He looked back at Olivia as if he had something to say, but he did not want to disturb her thoughts. As he was hesitating, Olivia looked up.
Her clear gaze slowly landed on his face with a hint of casualness.
The man’s back tensed up. He immediately said with a stern tone, “Miss Taylor, someone is investigating you. Do you want to…”
“Let her be.” Olivia cut him off in an indifferent voice.
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The man frowned and was about to persuade Olivia, but Olivia lowered her head and looked at the computer again.
He swallowed the words that were about to come out of his mouth. When they arrived at their destination, Olivia followed the person who came out to pick her up into the secret base.
The man followed closely behind Olivia. When they reached the door, he subconsciously wanted to follow her in, but he was suddenly pulled to the side by a hand.
It was Tyson Burton, the driver!
“What are you doing?” The man frowned.
Tyson pulled the man to a corner and handed him a cigarette. “Come on, have a cigarette.”
The man took the cigarette from Tyson’s mouth and reprimanded, “Why are you smoking? Have you forgotten your identity?”
“You forgot yours, didn’t you?” Tyson smiled faintly.
The man held his breath. His lean body instantly accumulated strength, as if he was about to explode at any moment.
Tyson ignored him. He took out a cigarette and bit it in his mouth. His expression did not change as he said, “The higher–ups sent us to protect Miss Taylor. Miss Taylor’s will is the priority. You overstepped your boundaries in the car just then!”
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The man fell silent.
Tyson patted the man’s shoulder and said, “Let’s go and find a place to eat. Miss Taylor is protected by the base when we are here. We can relax for the time being.”
The man suddenly smiled and said, “Thank you.”
“Don’t mention it.”
In the base, Olivia was surrounded by a group of senior men and women. It was as if they had found their backbone. They circled Olivia tightly. and were full of questions.
One said, “The problem is tremendous. We think of a lot of ways, but they did not work. There are always mistakes.”
The other one said, “I’m so worried that my hair is almost gone.”
There was a lot of chatting and talking. In the end, Gordon Ford, the man in charge, came over and dispersed the senior professors and engineers. He led Olivia to a laboratory and briefly told her about the troubles they had encountered in building The Nimbus Gaze.
The Nimbus Gaze was an extension of the existing Skynet system. It was a satellite system that could manipulate satellites, collect all images and audio information, and process them.
Olivia had a special identity and was considered a non–staff member. She did not participate in the entire system’s preparation. Only when the team had a problem did she come forward to solve it.
The problem the team encountered this time was the computational speed. The Nimbus Gaze was almost completed. Even the most difficult technical challenge of controlling satellites had been resolved.
But now they were facing the biggest problem, which was the computer speed was too slow.
It processed a massive amount of information, searched for helpful information in a haystack, and analyzed it to get the correct answer. The period of time was too long, which would take a month!
To tell the truth, a month was not a long time. However, a month of high–speed operation could easily damage the processor. A slight change would make a mistake.
They couldn’t wait for a month and still get the wrong answer. Therefore, they had to solve the problem as soon as possible!
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While Olivia was communicating with Gordon, a group of senior professors and engineers in a large laboratory were no longer as tense as they once were. They all relaxed.
Some people started to drink coffee. Some used WhatsApp, and some chatted.
A senior professor got a foldable bed from somewhere and covered a small blanket to sleep.
An engineer at the side could not stand it anymore. He went forward and patted him. “Well, old friend. You’ve passed the line, haven’t you? The problem hasn’t been resolved yet.”
The senior professor waved his hand and said, “There’s no hurry. Isn’t Olivia here? Let’s wait for her to come.”
The senior engineer said helplessly, “But you can’t just do nothing. Are you all waiting for Olivia to solve it alone?”
The senior professor had a matter–of–fact look on his face. He even rolled his eyes at the senior engineer. “Of course, I have to wait for Olivia. If the problem that even Olivia can’t solve, let alone me! I can’t solve it even if I work for decades without eating, drinking, or sleeping. I might as well not waste my time. If I have time, I might sleep for a while.”
The senior engineer choked.
The senior professor continued, “Well, I know my limits!”
The senior engineer lowered his head and pondered for a moment.
Well, it did make sense!
Hence, he nudged the senior professor and said, “Hey, move over there. I want to lie down, too.”
The senior professor was speechless. The senior engineer’s expression changed too quickly. Even a chameleon couldn’t be faster than him.
In the middle of a group of lazy senior men and women, a thin and slender figure looked abnormally unique, as if he was a crane among chickens.
Gary Adams sat on the big office chair and stared at the computer in front of him with unusual seriousness.
The young man’s eyes were lowered, and his expression was focused. He
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had a proud attitude of rejecting people thousands of miles away.
Gary was a computer genius. He had been a genius since he was little. He skipped a grade in elementary school and entered the junior class of the University of Science and Technology in his teens. After graduation, he was accepted into The Nimbus Gaze Plan.
Gary was the youngest among the group of people. He had just turned 20 years old and still had the sharpness and unwillingness of a youth. “Gary, don’t you want to rest for a while?” A kind senior professor felt sorry for Gary. To solve the problem, Gary had been staying up with them for half a month without sleeping well.
The energetic young man had big dark circles under his eyes.
To have a rest? Gary frowned slightly. His expression was indifferent as he said, “I have a solution to the problem and am currently verifying it.” “There’s no hurry. Let’s rest for a while.” The kind senior professor did not care at all. “Olivia will be here soon. We’ll have a meeting and discuss it when she is here.”
Gary didn’t say anything. He just lowered his eyebrows.
A trace of disgust flashed across his eyes.
After a while, Gary said, “How can you place all your hopes on one person? No matter how powerful she is, she’s still a human but a god.” Gary’s voice was calm, but there was a hint of coldness in it.
Over the past few days, he had heard the name Olivia Taylor many times. Everyone was talking about how outstanding, clever, and powerful she
was.
However, Gary did not think much about her.
He acknowledged Olivia’s achievements in biology and agreed that she had the ability to win a Lasker Award.
However, biology and computers were two completely separate fields. Gary did not believe that Olivia could combine both and reach the top level.
The kind senior professor did not understand the meaning behind Gary’s words. She was still smiling and patting Gary’s shoulder. “Gary, Olivia is really amazing. You’ll know when you see her. You can get her to give you some guidance then.”
Some guidance?
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Gary suddenly frowned, and his tone was cold as he said, “Professor Patterson, you’re so confident in Olivia. Have you ever thought about what if she can’t solve it?”
Berina Patterson shook her head in a daze. She really didn’t think that Olivia wouldn’t be able to solve it.
At this moment, Professor Griffin, who was beside them, suddenly laughed out loud. “Gary’s not convinced,” said Professor Griffin, matter–of–factly.
Having his thoughts exposed, Gary was a bit embarrassed and tilted his head.
It finally dawned on Berina that Gary was not convinced of Olivia.
She also laughed and said, “Young people should not admit defeat so easily. Gary and Olivia are both young geniuses. When Olivia comes later, the two of you will compete.”
The other senior professors and engineers were all excited by the suggestion. They stopped drinking coffee and sleeping. They all came up with ideas and discussed which questions to solve and how to compete. These adorable scientists were truly selfless with a pure and broad mind. They would always encourage and tolerate their juniors.
The laboratory door suddenly opened just as everyone was discussing fervently.
The room instantly fell silent as everyone’s gazes turned toward the door. Faced with so many gazes at once, Gordon almost couldn’t hold it. He was stunned for a long while before he walked in with the computer and closed the door.
“Why are you the only one here?” Professor Griffin couldn’t hold it in anymore. He stuck his head out and wanted to look behind Gordon. “Stop looking,” said Gordon, waving his hand. “It’s just me. Olivia isn’t here.”
“Why isn’t Olivia here?” Even Berina, who had been slow and kind, was excited. She stood up and said, “Didn’t you tell her that we encountered a problem?”
Gordon nodded. “Yes, I did.”
“Then why isn’t Olivia here?” Berina’s heart skipped a beat. Could it be
that Gary was right? Even Olivia couldn’t solve the problem?
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Behind the crowd, Gary’s expression did not change. He was neither happy nor excited. He only pursed his lips slightly and ignored
everyone’s excitement and panic. He sat in front of the computer alone and scratched on the paper with a pen, continuing to verify his previous train of thought.
The senior professor, who had been sleeping, came forward and asked Gordon with a frown, “Did you not explain it to Olivia? Get Olivia to come over, and we’ll tell her in detail.”
“That’s right.” The senior engineer behind him was worried. “Tell Olivia not to be too stressed and discouraged. The question is indeed quite difficult. Let’s discuss it together.”
“No, no. You’ve misunderstood.” Gordo was helpless. He walked to the nearest table and carefully placed the computer in his hands on it. He turned it on and said, “Olivia has resolved it.”
Thud!
The pen in Gary’s hand fell onto the table.
The laboratory fell silent at once.
After a long while, Berina said hoarsely, “I’m old and deaf. I can’t hear clearly. Chief, I beg your pardon.”
Looking at their stunned expressions, Gordon laughed in his heart. Fortunately, he wasn’t the only one who was embarrassed.
Gordon was the one who reacted stupidly when he was in the small laboratory with Olivia just now. He almost fell off the stool. His legs went weak for a long while, and he could not stand up. He grabbed the corner of the table tightly to prevent himself from losing his composure.
“Solved?” Gordon looked at Olivia in a daze.
Olivia nodded and pushed the computer in her hands over. “The method is inside.”
Gordon was still in a daze. “It’s really resolved?”
Olivia glanced at him and did not say anything.
Gordon patted his face and calmed himself down. “When did you solve it?” It had only been five hours since he contacted Olivia. There were three hours to be on her way here.
When exactly did Olivia solve it?
Olivia frowned slightly and said, “I thought about it on the way here.
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The question is indeed difficult. I’ve thought about it for a long time.” Gordon was totally stunned. “Is three hours a long time?”
Gordon began to doubt his intelligence for the first time in his life. He felt that the thing on his neck could not be called a head but a blockhead.
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Chapter 173
Olivia was checking something out in a separate lab nearby.
It was the video of her grandpa’s heart attack on that day.
They were all taken by the satellite. At the moment, the storage space of The Nimbus Gaze was not that big. The unimportant information would continue to be covered once a month.
She tapped on the keyboard twice with her fingertips and instantly pulled up the route her grandpa had taken that day.
He went to the park to exercise in the morning and returned home. His illness acted up in the afternoon… There was nothing abnormal about him.
Olivia’s beautiful eyes narrowed. She tapped a few times and pulled up Gillian’s route of action that day.
Gillian brought breakfast, went to the hospital, and returned home at
noon…
Something was wrong here!
Olivia suddenly frowned, and her fingers flew across the keyboard. The images on the display screen changed rapidly like a dazzling shadow, changing dozens of shapes almost every second.
“Dang, dang…” A dry and crisp knock sounded on the door.
Olivia turned a deaf ear to it as if she did not hear it. Her face was expressionless.
The knocking on the door was persistent. It continued and kept increasing in strength.
Who would come at this hour?
Olivia stopped what she was doing and frowned slightly. As she kicked with the tip of her foot, the rolling chair beside her slammed into the door with a whoosh. The back of the chair was hooked onto the handle. The door opened!
A tall and handsome figure appeared. It was Gary.
“Miss Taylor.” Gary nodded politely to show his respect to her before looking inside.
A young woman was sitting in the laboratory From Cant’s and
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However, the young woman’s side profile made people gasp in shock. Her eyebrows were as delicate and exquisite as an ancient painting, and each stroke was delicately drawn. She was gorgeous.
So Taylor was pretty.
In Gary’s impression, the girls with good grades were rarely beautiful. It wasn’t that they weren’t pretty enough, but that they rarely dressed up. Their color was dull and light without strong or vibrant colors, which made them less beautiful.
But Olivia was different.
Gary, a straight man majoring in science, actually thought of an ancient poem that depicted, “Yet you despise the color of makeup.”
“Come in.” Olivia tapped her chin lightly, revealing her exquisite chin. Her facial features were exquisite and delicate, but when they combined, not only was she not soft and adorable, but she was also cold and indifferent. She exuded an imposing aura when she raised her eyebrows slightly.
Gary walked in clumsily with his back a little stiff.
“Go ahead and ask me.” Olivia analyzed the results. The computer screen was blank, with only a simple timeline.
“Huh?” Gary was stunned for a moment without any reaction
Olivia tapped her toes, and the swivel chair suddenly turned, bringing her to face Gary.
She tilted her head. There was a pen between her fingers. Her eyes were slightly puzzled as she said, “Aren’t you here to ask me questions?” Gary had indeed come to ask her questions but had been so surprised just then that he had forgotten about it.
He nodded quickly.
“Sit down, please.” Olivia turned around and placed the pen on the table. She tapped her fingertips on the table and said calmly, “Ask whatever you want to ask. There’s no need to be reserved.”
Liking a robot that had received an order, Gary immediately found a place to sit.
There were not many chairs in the spacious laboratory. Gary looked around and could not find a suitable chair. He ran to the corner and sat
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down on a small stool.
What was he doing?
Olivia’s slightly opened eyes flashed with genuine surprise.
Gary was like a match that had been lit suddenly when he met her gaze. His entire body was on fire, his face was flushed, and his mind was in a daze. He no longer had the cold and arrogant look of the school hunk. Instead, he was like a little fool who was at a loss.
He slapped his forehead hard and was secretly embarrassed. He was stupid. What the hell was he doing here?
Olivia raised her eyelids, and her eyes slowly swept over to the young man. She took in his current appearance and chuckled. “I’m not a real teacher. You don’t have to reflect on yourself.”
Gary was about to die from embarrassment. He lowered his head, pulled up the chair at the door, and sat on it.
After the series of stupid actions, the embarrassment in Gary Adams’s heart completely disappeared, leaving only questions.
“Do you know who I am? How do you know I’m here to ask questions?” asked Gary, looking up at Olivia.
“Gary Adams?” Olivia’s voice carried a hint of doubt.
Her voice was unique. It was cold and deserted, but there was a hint of focus and certainty.
“How did you know me?” asked Gary, looking up in shock.
Olivia smiled. “Isn’t that hard to guess? It’s easy to spot a kitten mixed in with a group of cats.”
Gary smiled foolishly with her. Indeed, they were the only two young guys on the base. Their genders were different, and anyone with a brain would notice.
However, there was one more question. “How did you know I was here to ask you questions?”
Olivia raised her eyebrows slightly and asked, “Isn’t it?”
Yes. Gary nodded. He was indeed here to ask her questions.
He quickly poured out all his confusion.
At first, Olivia’s expression was still a little calm, but slowly, her brows furrowed tighter and tighter, and her eyes narrowed.
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Seeing that, Gary became more and more uncertain as he spoke. He was suddenly angry with himself for being stupid and asking her many questions.
She must be disgusted with him!
“Do you think I’m stupid?” Gary said in despair.
“It’s not that you’re stupid. It’s just that I didn’t explain it well.” Olivia shook her head with a gentle expression.
Olivia gave Gordon the solution to the problem, but she forgot that it was too cryptic. People who saw it for the first time might not be able to
follow her train of thought and understand it.
Gary was stunned. He blinked his eyes and stared at Olivia in disbelief.
What did she say? Was she reflecting on herself?
Olivia turned around and typed on the keyboard with her hands. She said seriously, “I didn’t consider it thoroughly. I only solved the problem according to my thoughts and didn’t take everyone into consideration. I’ll make another solution framework. Help me take a look and see if there are any areas that are not easy to understand.”
She paused and continued, “Science is a rigorous matter. If we can’t communicate smoothly, it can easily lead to misunderstandings. Once we misunderstand, it will cause a huge blow to the entire experimental system. So, thank you. Thank you for reminding me.”
Then, she immersed herself in her work with a focused expression as if everything around her did not exist. All she could see was the computer. Gary sat quietly aside, and his expression was unchanged.
However, his chest and lungs were heaving up and down in shock.
So this was what Olivia looked like.
The first time one saw her, one would subconsciously be attracted by her appearance. Then, one would be shocked by her intelligence.
However, as they spent more time together and got to know each other better, they would eventually be convinced by her beautiful qualities.
No wonder those professors still couldn’t forget her even though she hadn’t appeared in the base for two to three years.
Who wouldn’t like Olivia like this?
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Olivia stayed in the base for less than five or six days, and the problem was resolved.
She was busy working tirelessly for five or six days. Now that she was suddenly free, she was a little helpless, and a sense of emptiness welled up in her heart.
She leaned back in her chair and did not move for a long time.
Just as Olivia was in a daze, Berina pulled a chair over and sat down. “Olivia, are you free recently?”
“Yeah,” Olivia nodded and replied indifferently. Her expression was lazy and relaxed.
Upon hearing Olivia, Berina was overjoyed. She licked her lower lip and said, “I have a favor to ask you.”
Olivia looked up quietly and gestured for Berina to continue.
Berina hurriedly said, “I have a nephew who has been in poor health. He’s always sickly. I don’t know how many famous doctors he has seen, but they can do nothing to treat him. I know you have good medical skills, so I came over to beg you to treat him.
“I know it will take a lot of effort to treat him, so I’m asking if you have time.”
Then Berina’s eyes burned as she stared at Olivia.
Olivia frowned slightly.
Berina’s heart skipped a beat. Thinking that Olivia might find it troublesome, Berina quickly said, “My nephew lives at Layfield. It’s very close to Evervale.”
Olivia’s brows were still tightly knitted.
Berina was disappointed. She thought that Olivia was unwilling.
Although Berina was a little discouraged, she did not vent her anger. Her tone was gentle as she said, “I know it is a little hard for you. Olivia, if you don’t want to go, forget it. Don’t worry about me.”
A faint smile appeared on Olivia’s face. She tilted her head to look at Berina and said, “You’ve misunderstood.”
Berina looked up.
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Olivia explained softly, “It’s not that I don’t want to go, but I’m not confident.”
Olivia was never confident mindlessly. Although her grandfather always said that her medical skills were excellent and often brought her to treat patients, it was prudent to cure a disease and save a life.
It had been almost six years since Olivia had treated a patient, so she did not dare to act rashly.
So that was how it was.
Berina heaved a sigh of relief and hurriedly said, “It’s fine. My nephew is born weak and needs to recuperate slowly. Please go and take a look at him. If you can treat him, go ahead. If not, forget it. We can’t force such a thing.”
Berina sighed at this point. Her tone was suddenly a little melancholic. “I don’t have a family in my life, nor do I have any children. I only have one brother and one nephew. When I was young, I was focused on work and didn’t even have a family. Now that I’m old, I suddenly feel guilty about them. I want to make it up to them and do something for them.” Berina laughed self–deprecatingly. “It’s funny. I realized I couldn’t do anything when I started to miss my family and wanted to do something for them. My brother has a big business. He’s rich and powerful. He has nothing to ask me for, and I can’t help him.
“After much thought, I can only beg you to help me to go and see my nephew, which is my best effort.”
Olivia went to Layfield with Peter and Tyson. The higher–ups arranged for Peter and Tyson to protect Olivia.
Peter and Tyson had followed Olivia for two years before. Then, Olivia worked in the laboratory of Ember University for many years. Without any danger for Olivia, Peter and Tyson were summoned back by the higher–ups.
Now that The Nimbus Gaze was about to be completed, the higher–ups were worried that something would happen to Olivia, so they asked Peter and Tyson to come back to protect her.
In the Patterson family, Gabriel Patterson, who had a big belly and a fierce expression, received a call from Berina, his sister, and immediately arranged for someone to pick up Olivia.
Lindy Patterson, Gabriel’s wife, was trimming the flowers at the side. She didn’t mind Gabriel’s call, but her body stiffened slightly when she heard
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the words proficient in medical skills.
She took a deep breath and looked at Gabriel expectantly. “Is it Berina on the phone?”
Looking at Linda’s expectant and careful gaze, Gabriel felt both
heartache and helplessness. He quickly gave her a heads–up. “Don’t get your hopes up. Berina just said to give it a try. It might not work. She’s a well–versed doctor who Berina knows. Her surname is Taylor. She came over on the way to take a look at Anthony.”
“Since Berina introduced the doctor, the doctor should have excellent medical skills. Berina has been strict in her work and wouldn’t say anything she’s not confident in.” Lindy’s face was full of joy. She had respected Berina, the scientist.
Knowing that the doctor was coming, she did not even trim the flowers. “I’ll get the servants to tidy up a room for the doctor. Don’t neglect her.” Gabriel opened his mouth and wanted to persuade Lindy, but he didn’t say anything when he saw his wife’s sparkling eyes.
Olivia arrived quickly. She had called in the morning and arrived before
noon.
Gabriel and Lindy came out to welcome Olivia. Their son, Anthony Patterson, wanted to come out, too, but Lindy gently rejected him. Recently, the weather was cooling down severely. It was not suitable for Anthony to go out.
When they came out to welcome Olivia, Lindy especially changed her clothes, looking like she was welcoming an esteemed guest. Her face filled with joy.
However, the moment she saw Olivia, her happy expression froze, and she was speechless for a long time.
If not for her cultivation, Lindy would have lost control on the spot.
Did Berina take Anthony seriously? Why did she bring such a young lady
over?
On the other hand, Gabriel was still holding up. He welcomed Olivia through the door with a smile. “Ms. Olivia, thank you for coming all the way here. Let’s have a meal first. The food is ready.”
“Let’s see the patient first.” Olivia shook her head and raised her hand to massage her temples. She looked a little tired.
Previously, she did not feel it when she was busy. Now that she was free,
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all her fatigue surged up. Her head was dizzy, and she felt uncomfortable. Gabriel hesitated, then nodded decisively. “Then I’ll have to trouble you, doctor. This way, please.”
Was Gabriel really going to let the young lady check on Anthony? Lindy panicked and subconsciously tugged at Gabriel.
Gabriel did not mind her. He just led Olivia into the house.
Seeing that, Lindy was helpless. She couldn’t embarrass Gabriel in front of outsiders. She could only purse her lips and follow them.
Anthony lived in a separate building that was built differently from the rest of the building. It was a bit like a small hospital with all kinds of medical equipment.
The temperature there was also slightly higher than in other places. When Olivia arrived, Anthony was reading in the study. He was wearing thick home clothes and a blanket on his back. His face was pale and cyan even though he covered his body so tightly.
Hearing the commotion outside, he looked up and said, “Dad?”
“This is Ms. Olivia,” Gabriel introduced. “She’s here to take a look at your health.”
Anthony was also surprised by Olivia’s youth. However, there was no contempt in his eyes. He was as calm as water, revealing an indifference that would not be affected by everything.
He seemed to be used to all kinds of doctors.
He was filled with anticipation to see the doctors but returned in disappointment.
Therefore, regardless of whether the doctor was young or old, it did not matter if their medical skills were superb. What mattered was to make his parents happy.
It was probably the only reason why Anthony was still alive.
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Chapter 175
Olivia left after checking Anthony’s pulse. She simply told Gabriel that she could treat Anthony and nothing more. Her expression was cold and indifferent.
She felt a bit tired and wanted to take a nap.
Gabriel quickly had a servant guide Olivia to the room prepared for her. Then, he went to join Peter and Tyson for dinner.
Tyson smiled. “Mr. Patterson, please go ahead with your tasks. You don’t need to worry about us. We’ll be fine on our own.”
With the conversation having reached this point, Gabriel didn’t stay any longer. However, as he was leaving, he called the butler over and instructed her several times to ensure that the two guests were well taken care of.
Upon returning to the dining area where the couple was having lunch just now, the table was adorned with a variety of exquisite dishes. However, Lindy’s plate remained completely clean.
It was obvious that she had no mood to eat.
Gabriel sat down confidently and picked up a bowl, first sipping half the soup before raising his head to ask his wife. “Why aren’t you eating? It’s getting cold.”
“I’m not as carefree as you! I can’t eat!” Faced with her husband, Lindy’s temper finally didn’t need to be restrained, and she said directly to him, “Ms. Olivia is too young, she probably hasn’t even graduated from college. You’re quite audacious to let her treat Anthony.”
“Why should I be afraid?” Grabiel started eating his meal. “Regardless of Ms. Olivia’s skills, you should show respect to her.”
“You don’t need to tell me that.” Lindy raised an eyebrow. When had she ever been disrespectful to a guest?
No matter how unsatisfied she was with Olivia, she was still a recommendation by Berina.
Lindy possessed a certain level of refinement and would appreciate others‘ offering to help.
Gabriel shook his head, saying, “You should be more considerate. She’s a young girl, and I can’t keep going over there all the time. If you have some free time, visit her and chat.”
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Lindy’s hand that was holding the spoon paused.
After years of marriage, they understood each other without the need for many words. Sometimes, a single glance was enough to convey their thoughts.
“Is there something special about Ms. Olivia?” Lindy asked hesitantly. With the couple’s current status in society, there were very few people they needed to look up to. However, Gabriel had specially advised her to spend more time with Olivia.
Gabriel shook his head. “I don’t know. I’ll call Berina and ask later.”
“You don’t know?” Lindy frowned deeply. She didn’t understand why he wanted her to spend time with her.
Gabriel put down his cutlery, lowering his voice. “Did you notice the two people behind Ms. Olivia?”
“You mean the two bodyguards?”
Gabriel nodded and said firmly, “Yes, those two have a very strong presence. They’re not normal bodyguards.”
Lindy’s eyebrows twitched, and panic flashed across her eyes. “Will it be dangerous for them to move in?”
“Don’t worry.” Gabriel tried to comfort her. “Those two have a unique air about them. I can tell that they have been in the military before. They’re not just ordinary soldiers, more likely to be special forces.”
Having reached the position of Gabriel, he possessed a certain level of insight. While others might not perceive it, he could see through things at a glance.
The two of them looked lean and not like typical bodyguards. Yet, they exuded incredible explosiveness and moved with a light, almost water–like step. These details indicated their martial arts skills.
In the past, people in their line of work had hired mercenaries from powerful countries, who were known for their combat skills, experience, and ability to acquire equipment.
However, those were the practices of the past.
These days, the most formidable force was the domestic special forces in their own country. They could take down a group of opponents even without the need for weapons.
However, domestic special forces were very rare. Once they retired, they
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were typically assigned government roles rather than serving as private bodyguards.by.
They couldn’t be found on the open market.
Hence, this made the two individuals accompanying Ms. Olivia even more remarkable.
Gabriel had discreetly inquired with his own bodyguard captain just now about how he compared to those two individuals, wanting to know who was superior.
The bodyguard captain responded that it was difficult to determine. He had hired his bodyguard caption from a foreign country at a high cost. He possessed exceptional skills and had even secured the national boxing championship.
Yet, even he couldn’t assess the capabilities of those two individuals. This showed the exceptional abilities of the two individuals.
After finishing dinner, Gabriel called Berina and asked about Olivia’s background.
Berina responded with joy, “I knew you had a discerning eye. You’ll definitely be able to tell that she’s different. She’s Olivia Taylor.”
Gabriel had heard this name before and found it familiar, but he couldn’t quite recall where he had heard it before.
Berina reminded him, “Some time ago, there was quite a buzz about Olivia winning the Lasker Award.”
Gabriel finally understood and exclaimed. “She’s quite young and has already received such high recognition, But she’s a biologist. Can she treat illnesses?”
“Do you know the renowned doctor Isaac Smith? She is his
granddaughter, and her medical skills have been instilled in her from a young age.”
“Isaac Smith?” Gabriel was indeed aware.
Even though Isaac was renowned and hailed as a miracle doctor,
Gabriel’s demeanor noticeably cooled.
This was because he had taken Anthony to visit Isaac before.
Isaac couldn’t cure the ailment, and Gabriel doubted if his granddaughter could.
It wasn’t that Gabriel underestimated Olivia, but she wasn’t widely
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recognized. Besides, she was also very young.
“Curing the illness is secondary.” Berina sighed. “The main goal is to let you all make friends with Olivia. Didn’t you just ask me about her special background?
“I’ll be honest with you, her identity is genuinely unique.”
Gabriel asked, “How unique it is?”
Berina furrowed her brow. “I can’t discuss it right now. You just have to know that there are only benefits to befriending her, no disadvantages.” Gabriel didn’t press further but kept his sister’s words in mind.
Olivia took a long nap. Upon waking up, she found herself staring at the ceiling with a contented smile on her face.
She had a dream where Isaac had made her favorite burnt cheesecake. The cake was freshly baked, straight out of the oven. Before it cooled down, she couldn’t resist taking a bite, which scalded her mouth. Gillian was quite alarmed and quickly brought a glass of cold water. Jarron was extremely worried, and his young face was wrinkled with concern. He resembled a protective older brother as he scolded her, “You burnt your mouth, right? You shouldn’t be in such a hurry in the future.” Isaac fetched a box of ointment and applied it to her mouth. It felt icy cool with a hint of minty fragrance.
It was a stiflingly hot summer with the relentless drone of cicadas. In those moments, Olivia had Isaac, Jarron, and Gillian with her.
However, now… Olivia’s upturned smile suddenly faded as she touched her fingertips to her lips. She felt an emptiness in her stomach and she was uncomfortable.
She got up, put on her slippers, and went to the bathroom to wash her face. As she looked into the mirror at her pale and helpless reflection, she felt that she looked ugly.
She placed her hands on the corners of her mouth and tugged them up to force a smile. She reminded herself, “I have to smile!”
After getting ready, Olivia decided to go to the kitchen to cook something. In the past, she had been the best cook, and Isaac had loved her dishes. Even though she had rarely stepped into the kitchen, she would occasionally prepare a few dishes.
Now, even if she wanted to cook in the kitchen, Isaac wouldn’t be able to
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taste her cooking.
Nevertheless, Olivia saw it as an opportunity to improve her culinary skills. She believed that when Isaac woke up, he would be able to enjoy the results of her efforts.
With a newfound sense of purpose, Olivia felt reenergized and ready to take on the days ahead.
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Before going to the kitchen, Olivia wrote a list for the butler and asked her to prepare the ingredients referring to it.
In the kitchen, she used the available ingredients to prepare a bowl of meat soup for herself.
This type of soft dish was Isaac’s favorite, It was also one of the few dishes she excelled at. She was skilled in three types of cuisine.
They were the soft food that Isaac loved, the seafood dishes that Gillian favored, and the local dishes in Evervale with sweet and sour sauce that Jarron liked.
Only she did not know how to make the spicy cuisine that she loved.
The butler quickly returned with all the ingredients and herbs.
Lindy followed behind and entered the kitchen
She looked at the kitchen filled with ingredients and slightly furrowed her brow. “Ms. Olivia, if there’s anything you need, you can have the kitchen prepare it. There’s no need for you to trouble yourself.”
Olivia was holding a bowl of meat soup and slowly enjoying it spoon by spoon. When she saw Lindy approaching, she invited her to sit down.
“Do you want to try it?” She pushed the other bowl of untouched meat
soup over.
Lindy, accustomed to gourmet dishes and daily meals prepared by renowned chefs, couldn’t understand why she would be interested in this simple–looking bowl of meat soup.
However, she politely declined. “Thank you, but I just had lunch, and I’m too full to eat.”
Olivia nodded and continued eating without saying anything.
She sat in the chair, holding the spoon with her fingertips as she slowly scooped up the meat soup. Her movements were elegant, and her etiquette was impeccable.
Lindy initially had many things to say, but as she watched Olivia, she felt a sense of tranquility and didn’t want to disturb the moment.
She stood at the side and watched her eat silently.
In the spacious kitchen, there was only one table for food preparation. This originally simple place seemed to take on an elevated appearance
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The chef at the side even had an illusion that his table was placed well and was very suitable for having a meal.
Olivia sat at the center of the table, eating slowly and gracefully.
The people surrounding her watched Olivia as if they were waiters awaiting a guest’s call.
It was clearly a very strange scene, but no one noticed anything amiss. Instead, they felt that it was natural.
After finishing the meat soup, Olivia wiped her mouth with a napkin and noticed Lindy.
She raised an eyebrow and asked, “Why are you still here?”
Her tone was calm and not accusatory, just mild curiosity.
However, for some reason, Lindy became nervous and stammered, as if she were a secretary reporting to her manager. “I, I…”
Olivia’s raised eyebrow added to her unease. She couldn’t remember why she was there.
Feeling flustered, Lindy sought help from the butler, who was also nervous. But being at a safe distance from Olivia allowed the butler to remain rational. The butler explained, “Ms. Olivia wants to personally handle the ingredients. Mrs. Patterson was concerned about it so she came over to check.”
Lindy nodded, recalling the reason for her presence.
“Ms. Olivia, you can just tell the chef what you want. You don’t have to do it yourself.”
Olivia shook her head and explained softly, “Food can be more effective than medicine in treating patients. Your son has a congenital condition and needs gradual recovery. It’s best to use medicinal cuisine, and that’s something only I can do.”
Lindy was completely stunned. She didn’t expect Olivia to come to the kitchen to prepare medicinal cuisine for Anthony.
Feeling somewhat touched, she said, “You don’t have to do it yourself. We have a specialist in the kitchen preparing traditional medicine. Let him do it.”
Olivia placed the bowl near the sink and said, “Medicinal cuisine isn’t easy to prepare. I’d rather do it myself.”
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Seeing that persuasion wasn’t working, Lindy stopped trying to convince her and stayed in the kitchen to help.
As the host, it wouldn’t be right to leave the guest in the kitchen.
At first, Lindy thought that Olivia was just acting on a whim. But when she saw how Olivia was skillfully handling the ingredients, it became clear that she was genuinely committed to this.
To be honest, Lindy was quite surprised. Young people of Olivia’s age rarely cooked or even entered the kitchen. Moreover, Olivia had been dedicated to her studies and research, keeping her busy both academically and scientifically.
How could she find time to cook?
She asked her without thinking.
Olivia smiled. She was in a good mood and was willing to chat, so she explained unhurriedly, “My grandfather loves to eat my food. Whenever I’m in the kitchen, he eats a larger portion of food.”
Lindy said, “You are very filial.”
Olivia lowered her gaze and didn’t say anything. However, she paused for a moment in her actions.
In her eyes, she wasn’t filial at all.
If she were truly filial, how could she have abandoned her medical career and stayed away from home for several years just to escape?
These past years, Isaac must have been very sad.
The medicinal cuisine was prepared quickly because the chef and others helped with ingredient preparation, leaving Olivia to handle the medicinal herbs only.
In no time, the chicken soup was simmering.
Olivia wiped her hands and said, “Let it simmer for an hour and a half, and then it will be ready to drink. I’ll advise him to have two bowls today, and we’ll change to something else tomorrow.” As she spoke, she pointed at the small soup bowl nearby, “Use this bowl, and don’t eat the meat.”
After starting to simmer the chicken soup, Olivia left.
Lindy remained behind.
The butler was concerned that she might get tired and said, “Mrs. Patterson, please go and rest. I’ll stay here.”
Lindy nodded and said, “Alright.”
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As she was leaving, she passed by the chef and suddenly complimented. “The location of that table is excellent.”
The chef was pleasantly surprised to hear that even she thought his table was placed perfectly.
The chicken soup didn’t have much aroma when it was first stewed. But after an hour, as it was nearing completion, the fragrance started to emerge.
It had a strong fragrance.
The butler sniffed, and her stomach immediately growled. She was so hungry.
Even the chef, who was accustomed to delicious smells, couldn’t resist this aroma.
It was too fragrant.
They couldn’t believe that it was a medicinal cuisine.
The chef swallowed and said to the butler, “I think that Ms. Olivia is not a doctor, she must be a chef.”
The butler was amused and said, “You, always cracking jokes.”
After that, her stomach growled again.
“It’s so fragrant, I can’t resist it. I really want to eat something.”
For the first time, the usually gentle and refined butler showed a wolf–like stare and fixed her gaze on the chef. She asked, “Is there anything to eat?”
The chef shook his head. “There isn’t any.” Seeing that the butler was quite hungry, he added, “Please wait for a moment, I can make pasta for you.”
“It’s too much trouble.” The butler furrowed her brow. Then, for some reason, her gaze landed on the remaining bowl of meat soup.
She walked over and picked up the meat soup. “I’ll eat this.”
“It’s already cold. Let me heat it up for you.”
“No need.” The butler shook her head as she couldn’t wait any longer. The aroma of the chicken soup was too enticing. She was afraid that if she didn’t eat something else, she wouldn’t be able to resist having the chicken soup.
As a butler who cared about her image, she wondered how she could do something as embarrassing as drooling.
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After bringing the meat soup over, the butler scooped a spoonful and ate it with relish.
The meat soup was originally something she was eating just to get by, but as soon as she took a spoonful, she was left dumbfounded.
What kind of heavenly delicacy was this?
It was incredibly delicious.
The butler didn’t even bother to lift her head and chatted with the chef. Spoonful after spoonful, she quickly devoured the meat soup, not leaving a drop of the soup or any ingredients behind.
If it weren’t for her concern about her image, she would have licked the bowl clean.
The chef went to check the condition of the chicken soup being cooked. When he turned back, he saw the butler’s empty bowl in just a short
moment
“You were so hungry?” The chef was astonished by how quickly she had
eaten.
The butler gazed directly at the chef and said, “I think you were right earlier.”
“Right about what?” The chef couldn’t understand her words.
The butler replied, “Ms. Olivia is undoubtedly a chef, a renowned one!”
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After the chicken soup was ready, the butler didn’t send it directly to Anthony. Instead, she went to see Lindy first.
Lindy was drinking coffee. When she heard this, her hand that was holding the coffee cup paused slightly.
She slowly put down the coffee cup. “Has Mr. Arthur checked on it?”
The butler knew what Lindy was going to ask and quickly replied, “He checked it. The prescription is very special and seemed to be nutritious, but he isn’t sure if it’s useful.”
Eaton Arthur was an old retired doctor who used to work at the
provincial hospital.
After his retirement, he was hired by the Patterson family to take care of Anthony’s health on a daily basis.
Lindy hesitated, rubbing the sides of her cup with her thumb and index finger, unable to make up her mind.
She didn’t like Olivia, considering her too young.
However, when she saw her cooking the medicinal cuisine, she felt touched.
After some contemplation, her maternal instincts took over.
It was just two bowls of chicken soup. She considered pouring them away since nothing is more important than Anthony’s health.
The prescription seemed fine, but who knew if there would be any
adverse effects after drinking it?
“Pour it.” Lindy picked up her coffee cup and began to sip it.
The butler returned to the kitchen and had the chef pour out the chicken
soup.
“Pour it?” The chef couldn’t control the volume of his voice, and it came out sharply.
The butler glanced at him unhappily, saying, “Why are you being so loud?”
The chef looked at the chicken soup in the pot with a conflicted expression. “How can we pour away something so good? If Anthony doesn’t want it, I’ll drink it.”
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As he spoke, he ladled a bowl of soup and was about to put it in his mouth.
The butler was alarmed by this and quickly stopped him, her eyes widening. “Are you crazy? It contains medicine!”
“It should be fine. Mr. Arthur has seen the prescription and he said it’s nutritious.” The chef didn’t want to waste such a good thing. Plus, he had been smelling the fragrance for an hour. If he didn’t get to taste it, he would be regretful for the rest of his life.
Just as the butler was hesitating, the chef put it into his mouth and took a big sip.
As soon as it entered his mouth, his eyes brightened. He was surprised that the chicken soup is astonishingly delicious.
He didn’t bother to say anything else and quickly swallowed the soup.
The butler was so anxious that she was hopping on her foot. “You are really insane. Why are you in such a hurry? Are you afraid that someone will snatch it from you?”
“It’s so delicious!” The chef finally found a moment to speak. “I’ve never had chicken soup this delicious. It’s amazing!”
The butler was surprised.
After all, the chef was a master in the kitchen, having superb culinary skills. Even he couldn’t help but praise the soup.
Her gaze fell on the pot.
Could this chicken soup really be so delicious?
In the end, the butler and the chef split the remaining chicken soup equally, with each of them getting more than half a bowl. It left them with a mouth–watering experience.
After finishing, the two of them looked at the empty bowl and could not help but feel disappointed. “It’s too little.”
In total, there were just a little more than two bowls.
Amidst their disappointment and frustration, their gazes landed on the chicken left in the pot.
The chef acted quickly, breaking off a drumstick and biting into it.
However, he promptly spat it out.
The butler inquired, “What’s wrong?”
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The chef tasted it thoughtfully. “It’s tasteless.”
The butler took a bite out of curiosity. It indeed lacked flavor. “The nutrition and flavor must have been absorbed by the soup.”
After placing down her bowl and instructing the chef to discard the remaining chicken and herbs, the butler was ready to leave.
Just before departing, she happened to glance from the corner of her eye and noticed that the chef had not disposed of the remaining chicken. Not only had he not done so, but he was also holding the seasonings in his hand, examining them one by one.
“What are you doing?”
The chef spat out the seasoning. “I want to study how Ms. Olivia cooked the chicken soup so deliciously.”
The chef was also a serious student of cooking and had prepared many delectable dishes.
Although it’s expected that the taste of chicken or fish in the soup might be slightly inferior when compared to cooking them separately, the extent to which it differed was unprecedented. It seemed like all the essence and savory flavor of the chicken had been extracted.
The butler didn’t have much understanding of cooking. She asked, “Is it very difficult?”
“Of course!” The chef glanced at her. “I can’t do it, and even my chef instructor can’t do it.”
Olivia was in her room, engrossed in contemplating the seasonings. She approached every task with great seriousness and was fully absorbed in
- it.
Since she had committed to cooking and preparing medicinal cuisine, she was determined to excel, striving for perfection.
This perfection involved not only exquisite taste and appearance but also the ability to provide health benefits.
The key to the distinctive flavors of different dishes is the art of seasoning.
Olivia’s background in traditional medicine allowed her to understand the balance of flavors and the health benefits associated with different ingredients. Every seasoning and ingredient were nutrients in her eyes. Moreover, she had tasted most of them before and understood their medicinal properties.
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Therefore, as she prepared the dishes, she seemed to do it casually, pinching and sprinkling ingredients with ease. However, it was all the result of high–speed calculations in her mind, ensuring that the dishes achieved a balanced diet.
She knew by heart what seasonings and ingredients would taste like when added together, and what kind of changes would happen under the different heat.
In the past, Gillian had been angry with her and said that she was petty and unwilling to teach her how to make medicinal cuisine.
It was not that she was unwilling to teach. She could not teach at all. When she prepared medicinal cuisine, it was all about improvisation, adding ingredients on the spot. For example, when cooking fresh chicken and frozen chicken, she would use different ingredients for the
preparation. The way they were cooked, whether with high or low heat, will also yield different dishes.
It’s not just about following recipes but about adapting to the situation as needed.
Even if there were a group of people watching her prepare medicinal cuisine and trying to replicate all of her steps, the end results were never quite the same.
This was because even if it’s the same type of medicinal ingredient, they might have subtle differences, such as water content, freshness, or age. These minor variations could significantly impact the final taste of food. The seared salmon with herbed couscous is the only dish that can be replicated, with all the key points written out by her.
However, Gillian didn’t believe her. She thought she was taking advantage of the Smith family’s recipe to win favor.
In Gillian’s eyes, the Smith family didn’t need Olivia to use the receipt and act as a go–between.
After organizing the seasonings, Olivia washed her hands and sat down on the bed.
Having sat there for a while, she began to feel bored, so she took out her phone to idly browse through it.
She found that her Facebook was filled with uninteresting content, so she rested her chin on her hand and continued scrolling.
Then, by chance, she saw a status update posted by Daniel.
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She wondered if Daniel would also post a Facebook status
Olivia raised her eyebrows slightly. She was curious and decided to take a look.
[My gifriend hasn’t talked to me in 10 days. What should I do?]
Olivia was momentarily puzzled. She clicked on Daniel’s profile and discovered that he posted a daily status update every day.
[My girlfriend hasn’t talked to me in a day. What should I do?]
[My girlfriend hasn’t talked to me in two days. What should I do?]
Olivia flipped through them one by one, and then her heart became more and more bitter.
She realized that she had indeed neglected Daniel:
Just as she was about to exit the application and call him, he posted another status.
[It’s okay, I’ll always wait for her.]
Olivia subconsciously smiled.
Under the new status, Daniel added another comment.
[Don’t be anxious. Take your time to adjust your mood. If you’re sad, you can cry. If you miss me, you can find me. Don’t need to have any burden. or hesitation. Andrew and I will always be behind you.]
Olivia grabbed the phone and threw himself onto the bed, burying her face in the pillow.
She couldn’t help but feel moved.
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The next day, Olivia woke up and prepared breakfast for herself.
She didn’t eat the breakfast made by the Patterson family, not because she didn’t like it. It was because since she had decided to improve her culinary skills, she wanted to try her own cooking first.
Breakfast was simple. She prepared boiled eggs and pancakes.
Olivia had a habit of making food for two, not because she ate a lot, but because she was used to leaving a portion for someone else.
However, after subconsciously making an extra portion, she frowned. She was worried that it might go to waste if no one ate it.
Just as she was thinking about what to do with the extra portion, the chef approached with a smile. “Ms. Olivia, did you make an extra serving?”
Olivia looked up.
The chef encouraged himself and asked, “Can I have it?”
Olivia pushed the plate toward him.
In an instant, the chef was happy, even his eyes lit up with joy.
The butler was busy with morning tasks, and by the time she came to the kitchen, there was only a clean plate left.
The butler was frustrated and she exclaimed. “Why didn’t you leave some for me?”
Upon hearing the commotion in the kitchen, some servants came over to take a look. They learned that the butler and chef were fighting over the breakfast made by Olivia.
One of the servants was surprised and asked, “Is it really that good?”
A chef who was skilled in making pastries, sneered and replied
disdainfully, “Who knows?”
After breakfast, Olivia went to examine Anthony and coordinate the next steps of his treatment./
Gabriel and Lindy went over together.
At the door, Lindy hesitated, her steps slowing down.
Gabriel looked back at her and urged, “Hurry up.”
Lindy forced a smile. “Okay.”
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She felt somewhat guilty, but more so, she felt remorseful.
Olivia was putting so much effort into this, yet she had been sneaking the medicinal cuisine without her knowledge. It made her feel like she was letting her down.
However, while she held this remorse, she couldn’t joke about her son’s health. She thought about making it up in other ways later, perhaps by sending some gifts or offering financial help to Olivia.
When they arrived at Anthony’s room, Olivia first carefully observed his expression and then asked a few simple questions before taking his pulse. This time, she took his pulse for a bit longer.
The Patterson family had never held her medical skills in high regard, but seeing her this way, their hearts couldn’t help but be anxious.
“What’s wrong?” Gabriel asked impatiently.
Olivia looked up, gazing intently at Gabriel without saying a word.
Then, her gaze shifted indifferently to Lindy.
Lindy’s heart tightened, and her scalp felt like it was about to explode. She suddenly had the feeling that Olivia had seen through her.
It was as if everything was laid bare in her eyes.
Soon, Olivia withdrew her gaze, speaking with a slight calmness, “Everything is fine.”
The butler spoke up at the right time, “Ms. Olivia, what kind of medicinal herbs should we prepare today? I’ll have someone get them ready.”
Olivia replied, “Same as yesterday.”
The butler paused, unable to contain his surprise, and asked, “Didn’t you mention that the medicinal cuisine is different every day?”
“Yes.” Olivia lowered her gaze. “Today is only the first day.”
Lindy gripped her sleeve tightly as her heart was racing. She was a little flustered.
Could it be that Olivia had figured it out?
If Olivia had indeed known the truth and questioned her, how would she explain?
Even though she didn’t want Anthony to consume the medicinal cuisine, she didn’t want to upset Olivia.
And just as she was feeling panicked, Olivia looked up and cast another
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glance at the butler.
Her voice remained soft, but it carried a hint of curiosity. “Did you drink that soup?”
The butler was shocked and looked at Olivia in disbelief. “How did you know?”
Olivia didn’t respond to her question but instead asked, “How do you feel?”
“Feel?”
The butler paused for a moment, then quickly grasped the situation. Did Olivia ask her how she felt after drinking the soup?
The butler hadn’t thought of this before, so she hadn’t noticed. Now that she was reminded, she carefully recalled how she felt after drinking the
soup.
Her thoughts were in turmoil.
Could it be that everything was because of the chicken soup?
She had even thought this morning that she had slept well the previous night.
She had always been a light sleeper. Recently, perhaps due to the change in weather, her leg joints had been aching, and she couldn’t sleep at night.
But last night, she slept exceptionally soundly. Not only did her leg joints. not hurt, but she also didn’t wake up during the night and slept until morning.
When she woke up, she felt refreshed and full of energy.
Initially, she hadn’t thought about the chicken soup, but now the more she thought about it, the more astonished she became.
She carefully described her feelings after drinking the chicken soup and then gazed intensely at Olivia.
She thought in her mind, “If all this was due to the chicken soup, wouldn’t Ms. Olivia be a miracle doctor?”
After listening to the butler’s narration, Olivia didn’t say much. Instead, she turned around and looked intently at Anthony, asking, “Do you want to drink it?”
Anthony smiled and nodded. He replied with a clear and gentle voice, “With such a miraculous soup, how could I not drink it?”
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Olivia blinked and said okay before getting up to leave.
Gabriel went out to see her off.
However, Lindy didn’t move. She sat on the chair and was lost in thoughts.
Anthony looked at his mother and sighed internally. He had already gathered the situation from everyone’s reactions and the butler’s words.
Lindy had likely not trusted Olivia’s medical skills, hence she didn’t allow him to try the medicinal cuisine.
He walked over, sat next to Lindy, and held her hand. “I know you’re doing this for my own good.”
Touched by Anthony’s consolation, Lindy’s eyes welled up slightly.
She had never expected that Olivia would find out, let alone that she could tell who had drunk the soup.
For a while, her dignity was somewhat compromised.
Anthony reassured her. “Mom, this is a good thing!”
“What good thing? Are you laughing at Mom, too?” Lindy scolded while wondering why it was a good thing. She was so embarrassed that she wished she could disappear instantly.
Anthony smiled. “Even though Olivia could tell that I didn’t drink the medicinal cuisine and it made you lose face, it also indirectly shows how skilled she is. Isn’t that a good thing?”
“That’s right!” Lindy finally grasped the positive aspect.
Olivia could tell that Anthony didn’t try the medicinal cuisine just by taking his pulse. She also knew that the butler had tried the medicinal cuisine by just talking to her. This showed that her medical skills were exceptional.
Not only was she powerful, but she was also observant.
Lindy was now excited.
However, after her excitement, she felt worried. “Will Ms. Olivia be angry with my doing?”
“No, she’s not angry with you,” Anthony explained calmly. “She not only isn’t angry but also understands your concern. That’s why she asked the butler to describe the changes in her body to put your mind at ease.”
Anthony had a very sensitive heart due to his physical condition, which allowed him to easily perceive the emotions of others.
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“That’s great.” Lindy was relieved.
After learning that the medicinal cuisine soup had been consumed by the butler and the chef, Lindy quickly called the two of them over to ask about the details.
The chef, with a more robust disposition, didn’t pick up on the subtle changes like the butler did. He only noticed that his wrist was no longer aching. He was used to holding a large ladle with his left hand, Although he was strong, it still had caused him to develop chronic pain.
The ladle was usually heavy, making it difficult to handle.
But after drinking the medicinal cuisine the previous day and getting a good night’s sleep, he noticed that the condition of his hand had become better and it didn’t ache anymore.
After hearing the chef’s words, Lindy and Gabriel exchanged excited glances.
Gabriel took a deep breath to calm his emotions and then called Berina.
“Berina, tell me the truth. How good are Ms. Olivia’s medical skills?”
“It should be good.”
Gabriel furrowed his brows, dissatisfied with his sister’s response. What did she mean by “should“?
“Then how did you know that Olivia knew how to treat patients?”
Berina frowned and thought carefully before hesitatingly saying, “I’ve seen her treating Mr. Book’s condition. It’s strange, isn’t it? Why didn’t Mr. Book go see the renowned physician Isaac? Instead, he came to our base to consult with Olivia. Through his demeanor and conversation with Olivia, he seemed to have full trust in her.”
Gabriel was surprised upon learning that Jake had consulted Olivia for his health.
His eyes widened suddenly as his heart raced, and his mouth went dry.
That was Jake, one of the prominent figures in the Hushe Republic.
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Lindy wasn’t faring any better. Her voice took on a dreamy quality as she exclaimed. “To be able to care for Mr. Book’s health, one must have the skill level of a true miracle doctor, right?”
As she spoke, her eyes suddenly sparkled, and she raised her voice, commanding, “The butler, where is the butler? Quickly gather everyone
here.”
From this very moment, Olivia became the most esteemed guest in the Patterson family. Everyone had to prioritize her, and there couldn’t be even the slightest hint of negligence.
Lindy’s swift actions spoke volumes.
In the blink of an eye, everyone in the Patterson family realized that Olivia was an esteemed guest not to be taken lightly.
A kitchen was even set aside exclusively for Olivia. Chefs and a few kitchen hands were dispatched to assist.
Olivia’s accommodation was upgraded, from a regular guest room to a small standalone building with a garden.
A group of servants was also reassigned specifically to attend to her.
The rooms underwent a complete transformation. The bed linens were replaced with luxurious silk, and the simple decorations were swapped out for unique pieces.
They even managed to find an artwork by a famous painter, which once sold at a staggering 60 million dollars.
Gabriel had been leisurely observing his wife as she busied herself with giving various instructions.
But then he caught sight of that exquisite painting.
His eyes widened, and he dared not speak too loudly for fear of startling her and causing her to accidentally scratch the painting.
“What are you doing? Why have you brought this out?” It’s the centerpiece of his collection, and he was reluctant to even touch it.
He was really nervous.
Lindy glanced at him and chuckled. “Once Ms. Olivia has successfully treated Anthony’s ailment, we’ll present the painting as a gift to her.”
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Gabriel was nearly heartbroken. “You could’ve given money or our company stocks. Why did you choose this?”
This painting was his most prized possession.
It was something that couldn’t be bought with mere money.
Lindy’s tone remained firm. “This is the only way we can express our sincerity.”
As Gabriel gazed at the painting, there was a fleeting moment when he didn’t want Olivia to cure his son.
Olivia stayed at the Patterson residence for five days. The visible
improvement in Anthony’s health was so rapid that it even made Lindy look askance.
She spent nearly the entire day doting on her son, frequently asking, “Are you feeling uncomfortable?”
She worried whether such a swift recovery might have any side effects. She dearly wished to take her son to the hospital for a checkup, but she hesitated, fearing that it might upset Olivia.
This had already happened before. If it happened again, no matter how good Olivia’s temper was, she would be angry.
Lindy didn’t dare take the risk.
“No.” Anthony shook his head, then jumped a few times in novelty.
This was his first experience of feeling as light as a feather.
He finally realized that his body actually could be so agile.
For the past 18 years, every moment of every day, he had carried a heavy burden. He felt as though his back was weighed down by a thousand pounds, gasping heavily after taking a few steps.
Anthony was jumping, running, and occasionally pinching his own arms and legs out of curiosity.
Upon seeing this, Lindy tilted her head while her heart ached terribly.
She gently wiped her eyes and her expression softened. “Would you like to take a walk outside? I’ve asked Ms. Olivia, and she said it’s fine.”
“Really?”
Anthony’s eyes lit up while hearing this.
He was just like a child, eager to explore the outside world. His eyes were filled with excitement and curiosity.
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Lindy nodded. “Of course.”
Anthony went outside for a run, and Lindy watched from behind with a smile.
On the way, they met Eaton, who was taking a stroll.
Seeing Anthony running in the courtyard, Eaton was so shocked that his tongue seemed to freeze.
“Why… Why did you come out?” he stammered.
“You are surprised, aren’t you?” Anthony hopped over, full of youthful energy, no longer the gloomy figure of the past.
“Mr. Arthur.” Lindy walked over and explained with a smile, “Ms. Olivia has been helping Anthony with his recovery. He’s much better now.”
Upon hearing this, Eaton subconsciously frowned.
He spoke inwardly, “Ms. Olivia? That young girl? Wasn’t this a bit absurd? That girl hadn’t even graduated, had she?“”
Eaton wanted to say something, but he swallowed his words.
After all, Olivia was a doctor invited by the Patterson family, and it wasn’t appropriate to gossip behind their backs.
The old doctor sat on a stone bench, extended his hand, and motioned for Anthony to come over. He wanted to check his pulse.
He was worried that if the girl treated him recklessly, there would be a serious condition.
He felt the need to check Anthony’s current health condition.
Anthony obediently came over and sat on the other side of the stone bench.
Eaton placed his index and middle fingers on Anthony’s wrist and carefully checked his pulse.
“What?” Eaton furrowed his brow and gestured for Anthony to use his other hand so he could check again.
Lindy stood to the side. She was nervous and her face tense when she noticed his unusual expression.
“Mr. Arthur, is Anthony alright?” She asked cautiously.
Eaton paid no attention and felt the pulse on Anthony’s other hand.
This time, his expression of astonishment was even more pronounced. He couldn’t contain it at all.
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“How is this possible?” He stood up and carefully sized Anthony up. “It’s not possible, absolutely impossible.”
He frowned. “No, you must go to the hospital immediately. Right away.”
Lindy was so frightened by Eaton’s words that her legs went weak, and she was on the verge of tears. “What’s wrong? Is there something wrong with Anthony?”
Eaton nodded seriously. “Yes, there’s something wrong, very wrong!” Lindy almost fell over. She gripped the stone table tightly with both hands and barely managed to hold on. “What’s wrong?”
Eaton said, “He’s too healthy!”
Lindy remained stunned.
If not for the fact that Eaton was old, Lindy would have scolded him angrily for scaring her like that.
Anthony was also speechless. He couldn’t help but intervene, holding Lindy’s hand, and said, “You’ve scared my mom.”
In the face of his comments, Lindy felt relief wash over her, and she began to lose her strength. She was so weak that she couldn’t even sit upright.
Sitting on the stone bench, she leaned on Anthony.
Eaton hadn’t anticipated Lindy’s reaction and realized that his previous words had been quite shocking.
He quickly apologized, “I’m sorry, I’m sorry, I was just so surprised.”
However, he shifted his tone. “But we still need to go to the hospital for a detailed checkup.”
Lindy wanted to go to the hospital as well but was concerned about Olivia. After hesitating, she asked Eaton, “When you checked Anthony’s pulse just now, is he really fine?”
Eaton replied, “I’m not so sure. It’s best to visit the hospital for a thorough examination. We should do a CT scan and X–rays.” This was a habit he had developed at the provincial hospital. He wouldn’t easily draw conclusions without seeing the test results.
Times had changed, and traditional medicine needed to adapt. If an issue could be resolved with modern technology, there was no need to make assumptions.
Lindy thought for a moment and nodded. “Then let’s go for the checkup
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tomorrow. We can make the appointment today.”
Eaton thought of the crowds at the provincial hospital and agreed. It was indeed necessary to make an appointment in advance.
In fact, Lindy was just making up an excuse.
People of their status didn’t need to queue for appointments. They could directly go to a private hospital and receive VIP service.
However, Eaton was unaware of this.
Anthony understood this, though.
After returning to the house, he asked, “Mom, don’t you want me to go to the hospital for a checkup?”
Lindy shook her head. “We need to ask for Ms. Olivia’s opinion. It wouldn’t be respectful to her profession if we bypass her and go for a private checkup.”
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“Perhaps it’s a good idea to look into a few more options and get the results, and then I can have a look.”
Olivia was pondering her next steps in treatment. Lindy came over to ask, and she replied absentmindedly.
Seeing that Olivia’s expression didn’t change and didn’t look angry, Lindy secretly heaved a sigh of relief.
However, she was still a little worried.
She observed Olivia’s expression and explained carefully, “Ms. Olivia, it’s not that I doubt your medical skills. I need to go to the hospital for a checkup, and I thought I might as well have Anthony checked.”
Olivia held a pen in her hand, and at Lindy’s words, she raised her gaze. The pen twirled between her fingers, and she smiled slightly. “Are you afraid I’ll get angry?” she asked.
Lindy squeezed her fingers and smiled awkwardly. “No.”
Her answer was not what she thought.
Olivia tilted her head and curved her beautiful eyes. She suddenly chuckled as if she found it hilarious, and her shoulders trembled slightly.
“I’m not a monster, so don’t be afraid of me. Besides, a medical equipment check is always more precise. I’m not that petty.”
In the past few days, Olivia had not left the house much.
It wasn’t that they were cold or busy but that the Patterson family’s attitude was becoming more and more strange. They looked cautious and serious, not like they were facing a doctor at all, but like they were serving a member of the royal family.
They treated her carefully.
Everyone was afraid of showing even the slightest neglect.
At the same time, Gillian sat in the back row of a Rolls–Royce with a black pill in her hand.
She lowered her head and sniffed it.
This was the new life–saving pill that had yet to be named.
Gillian already had a few options in mind, but she had yet to decide
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which name to use.
Healix sat beside her with a dark expression, and no one knew what he was thinking.
Lindsay, who was in the front passenger seat, felt bored. She turned around, leaned against the back seat, and asked, “Grandpa, are we going to the Patterson family just like this? Maybe we should let them know that we are coming?”
Healix did not reply. He only looked up at her, then closed his eyes and leaned against the back seat to rest.
Lindsay pouted. She felt that her grandfather was so annoying and made her look like a fool.
She turned to Gillian and asked, “Gillian, what do you think?”
Gillian’s lips curled into a faint smile, but she did not answer. Instead, she just stared at the black pill.
“Be quiet,” Healix opened his eyes and reprimanded Lindsay sternly. Lindsay’s face turned pale. She was a little embarrassed and snorted. “Am I wrong? How can you go to someone else’s house without telling me in advance?”
Looking at his granddaughter’s confused expression, Healix sighed and said, “It’s not that I don’t want to tell them, but Gabriel is no longer answering my call.”
Lindsay’s eyes widened and asked, “Why?”
Gillian also looked at Healix. However, unlike Lindsay, she understood what Healix meant.
Gabriel was unwilling to help them!
If they wanted to get the medicine test report and clinical trial approval number, they would have to rely on the Patterson family’s help.
However, the Patterson family did not intend to give them a hand.
He even deliberately avoided answering Healix’s phone calls. If it weren’t for the unexpected visit, they wouldn’t have seen him at all.
Gillian knew that Healix’s words were meant for her, to show his
dedication.
However, Gillian did not take his words seriously.
She even felt that Healix was not doing his job well. If not for the fact that
Healix Pharmaceuticals had made a life–saving medicine, she seriously
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wanted to kick him out of the company.
He couldn’t even do such a small thing well. His ability was too poor. She asked, “Didn’t you mention me to Gabriel?”
Healix’s expression changed, and his eyes widened.
Gillian frowned and said, “You should have mentioned me to him and told him that the Smith family would never treat him unfairly.”
“Who do you think you are? Even Isaac would not say things like this!” he thought.
Healix suppressed his surging anger and turned to look out of the window.
He regretted working with Gillian, for he found her arrogant. “What did she think the Smith family was? The royal family?
“Had she just said that the Smith family would never treat him unfairly? “How dare she say it out loud!” thought he.
Unfortunately, it was too late. He was already on board, and there was no way to back out. He could only grit his teeth and move forward.
Healix closed his eyes and placed his hopes on Jarron, hoping that he had a brain.
Otherwise, Healix Pharmaceuticals would be ruined!
As soon as Gillian arrived at the Patterson family, Gabriel went to his room and instructed Lindy, “Tell them that I’m not at home.”
Lindy was worried. “I heard that Isaac’s eldest granddaughter, Gillian, is also here. If we do this, will Ms. Olivia be upset?”
Gabriel shook his head. “Don’t worry about it. Just pretend you don’t know the relationship between Gillian and Ms. Olivia.”
Lindy was still hesitant and said, “I don’t think that is a good idea…”
Gabriel was anxious and asked, “This is life–threatening. Do you know why Healix is here?”
Lindy looked at him.
Gabriel said, “They want me to use my connections to get the drug identification report and clinical trial approval. I haven’t even seen the fucking medication. How can I do an evaluation? They’re practically asking for my life!”
Medication was not a trifling matter. If someone died from it, who was
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going to take responsibility?
Even if his connections were strong, they would not be able to escape the consequences.
Although Lindy didn’t handle these matters directly, she had heard Gabriel talk about them. She knew how things worked.
Hearing her husband’s words, she immediately became nervous and shook her head. “No, we can’t help them,” she said.
As she spoke, she pushed him to his room. “Go to your room right now. I’ll take care of things here.”
Due to Olivia’s influence, Lindy, while not particularly fond of Gillian and her group, also dared not show any neglect.
They could pretend not to know about Olivia and Gillian’s relationship, but they couldn’t truly remain ignorant, especially if they treated Gillian harshly.
While they could act ignorant for a while, if they neglected Gillian for real, Ms. Olivia might feel uncomfortable.
Healix had been to the Patterson family before.
Back then, he had always driven the car to the parking lot and had been led to the house by a servant.
However, this time, the car drove straight into the courtyard and stopped on the lawn at the entrance.
Healix was a bit surprised and could not help but turn to look at Gillian. “Could it be because of her?
“Not only that, but Lindy also personally came out to welcome me, words filled with enthusiasm and respect,” he thought.
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The longer Healix stayed in the Patterson family, the more surprised he became.
As far as he knew, Lindy had a somewhat aloof personality. Due to her son’s frail health, she often had a furrowed brow and seemed concerned, making her interactions with others less than warm.
He considered her as a nice person.
But today, Lindy’s behavior was out of his expectations.
She was not only warm and friendly but also considerate in every way, talking to Gillian as if she were a royal family member.
No matter what Gillian said, she would nod and agree. She was
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