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“Shall we heat up the remaining dishes and meat and have another drink?”Kim Frederick asked tentatively.“If you’re in the mood, sir, I’ll gladly join you.”Joseph replied, already moving to prepare a few dishes to accompany the wine.“Nicole, bring out my wine.”The old man called toward the house.“Master, you’re drinking again?”Nicole Kim’s reluctant voice came from inside.“It’s a rare occasion—your Uncle Wilson is here. Let your master indulge for just one more night.”There was a hint of pleading in Kim Frederick’s tone.“Fine. But after tonight, no more drinking for the rest of the week.”Nicole said, carrying out a jar of fine wine.Before long, Joseph had reheated a few dishes and set them on the table.For an evening drink, a handful of simple dishes was more than enough.“Joseph, go fetch three cups and three sets of bowls and chopsticks.”Kim Frederick added.“Alright.”Joseph went at once.“Sir, are we expecting another guest?”Joseph asked curiously.“No.”“This extra
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Kim Frederick studied Joseph’s prescription with great care, a pipe in hand as he smoked thoughtfully, utterly absorbed.It seemed he was not merely reading, but reflecting as well.“Excellent, truly excellent.”“A prescription may be fixed, but an experienced physician knows how to adapt it to the patient’s condition.”“You’ve adjusted this formula with insight and originality.”“And those who dare to alter established prescriptions are people of conviction. I didn’t expect someone so young to possess such resolve.”“To build upon what is given and yet reshape it—that shows you are not someone who studies blindly.”After finishing, the old man spoke with clear admiration.It was evident he was highly satisfied.“Master, I’ve seen this prescription before, but Uncle Wilson has made some modifications to it. That really takes skill—and courage.”Myers Paula remarked, equally impressed.“That is what conviction looks like. When your abilities reach his level, you too will have the confi
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“Don’t worry, ma’am. If I weren’t confident, I wouldn’t proceed.”Joseph reassured her.“It does sound risky. If he were the old master’s disciple, that’d be one thing.”“Otherwise, someone so young—how could he be that capable?”“Let’s just hope nothing goes wrong.”“…”The onlookers outside continued to murmur among themselves.“Young man, I trust you—just as I trust the old gentleman.”The elderly woman said sincerely. Her words felt more like encouragement than mere agreement, and they stirred something in Joseph.It was clear she was a kind and generous soul.“Ma’am, do you have any hot water in the house?”Joseph asked.“There is some, but not much.”“I’ll go heat more.”The old woman rose to busy herself.“No need. Katie, go heat some water.”Joseph instructed.“I’ll do it—I’ll help.”At that moment, one of the villagers spoke up.“I can help too.”“It’s just boiling water—not difficult at all.”“With everyone pitching in, it’s nothing.”“…”At once, several people volunteered.
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Before long, the door opened, and an elderly woman in her sixties appeared before them.“Katie, sir—you’ve come?”“Oh? And this gentleman is…?”Though advanced in years, the woman’s eyes were still sharp, and she quickly noticed Joseph.“This is…”For a moment, Myers Paula wasn’t sure how to introduce him.“A friend of mine. He heard about your condition and came along to take a look. He’s an excellent physician.”Kim Frederick said with a genial smile.“I see.”“Please, come in—have some tea first.”The old woman welcomed them warmly.At her invitation, the three stepped into the courtyard. It was simple in appearance, yet kept neat and tidy.Aside from the elderly woman, there was also a child of three or four playing inside—likely her grandson.“Please, have a seat.”The woman gestured.Joseph and the others took their seats around the stone table in the center of the yard.“Vanessa Robinson, how have you been feeling lately?”Myers Paula asked first.“After you and the old gentlem
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With that, he went to freshen up briefly, intending to prepare breakfast afterward.It had to be said—Alice and the others had been remarkably thoughtful. Even toiletries had been prepared for him.At the thought of Alice, something important suddenly occurred to Joseph.When he arrived yesterday, he had forgotten to call her and let her know he was safe.In a place like this, ordinary mobile phones had no signal at all. Only the satellite phone Alice had provided would work.With that in mind, he returned to his room and placed a call.Before long, the line connected.“Wow, Joseph! You finally called back?”“We tried calling last night, but no one answered. We thought something might have happened to you.”“If you hadn’t picked up today, we were about to head into the mountains to look for you.”Alice’s voice came through, bright with relief.“I was exhausted from the journey last night—I fell asleep the moment I lay down and forgot to call and let you know I was safe.”Joseph said,
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“Not at all. I was just sharing a drink with the old gentleman.”Joseph replied.“Hahaha, I could smell it from a distance. That’s the old man’s special brew—I’d recognize it anywhere.”Xavier burst into hearty laughter.“Old Xavier, you followed the scent all the way here, didn’t you?”Kim Frederick said with a chuckle.“Of course! You know me—I’ve got a taste for this sort of thing, especially your homemade wine. The flavor is unmatched, and it’s good for the body too.”Xavier spoke with animated enthusiasm.“Wellness aside, too much is still too much. Drink in excess, and it will harm you all the same.”Kim Frederick cautioned seriously.“Yes, yes, I remember everything you’ve said.”“Fourteenth girl, come—pour your uncle a drink.”With that, Xavier gestured for Myers Paula to serve the wine.“Pour him a drink.”Kim Frederick added.“Come, come—let’s have a bowl.”Xavier invited.Joseph and Kim Frederick raised their bowls and drained them in one go.“Young man, you’re from outside
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