James, initially wracked with pain, began to experience a noticeable change. His contorted expression softened, the pained groans giving way to a look of wonder and relief. The bluish energy continued to flow into him, gradually subsiding as it seemed to stabilize within his body. The once visible tension in his muscles began to ease, and his breathing, which had been erratic, started to smooth out.Calvin’s face remained calm and focused, his breathing steady as he maintained the connection with James. He closed his eyes briefly, as if drawing from some inner reservoir of strength. The bluish aura began to diminish, slowly retracting into Calvin’s hands. The final remnants of the energy seemed to seep into James’s skin, leaving behind a faint, glowing residue.As the last traces of the energy dissipated, Calvin stepped back, his hands lowering to his sides. The room was silent, save for the soft hum of the remaining energy in the air. James, now standing upright, looked bewildered bu
James looked at Calvin, his eyes wide with a mixture of gratitude and amazement. His voice trembled slightly as he spoke, the weight of the moment settling over him. “Calvin, I don’t know how to thank you. This is... it’s incredible. I thought... I thought I was done for.”Calvin nodded, his expression calm yet warm, the satisfaction of his success subtly reflected in his eyes. “I’m glad to see you’re feeling better, James. This is just the beginning. With continued treatment and proper medical care, your condition can improve even more. You have a real chance at recovery.”James took a deep breath, still processing the reality of his improved condition. His hands, which had been trembling with fear earlier, were now steady. “You don’t understand, Calvin. This changes everything for me. I was terrified.”Calvin placed a reassuring hand on James’s shoulder, his touch firm and confident. “You’re not alone in this, James. We’ll tackle this together, one step at a time.”Dr. Mitchell, who
As the meeting adjourned and the board members began to disperse, Calvin felt a wave of relief wash over him, his body finally relaxing after the intense scrutiny and pressure. He had won an important victory, but he knew the challenges ahead were still formidable. Lost in thought, he was startled when Alana suddenly rushed up to him, throwing her arms around him in a tight embrace.“Calvin, congratulations!” she exclaimed, her voice filled with genuine excitement and triumph. “You did it! I knew you would.”Calvin hugged her back, albeit a bit stiffly, his movements hesitant. “Thanks, Alana,” he said, his voice tinged with a mix of gratitude and lingering unease. As she pulled back, he could see the pride and joy in her eyes, but his thoughts were elsewhere. He remembered their agreement—this meeting, and the success it brought, would not have been possible without her help.And now, with James’s condition improving, there was no longer an obstacle to his marriage with Alana. James w
Calvin managed to return home without encountering any of Han Xin's spies. He speculated that perhaps the spies had given up and returned to their homeland. However, as soon as he stepped inside his house, Calvin's sense of relief was shattered. He was greeted by a shocking sight: Lizzie was lying unconscious in the living room, blood trickling from her nose."Lizzie!" Calvin's voice cracked as he rushed to her side. Panic surged through him, but his training and instincts took over. He gently lifted Lizzie's head and checked her pulse. It was faint but present. His eyes quickly scanned her for other signs, and he began diagnosing her condition.Lizzie’s skin was pale, and her breathing was shallow. Calvin noted that her pupils were unevenly dilated, and there was a slight tremor in her hands. The symptoms pointed to a possible acute intracranial hemorrhage—likely a ruptured blood vessel in the brain causing a sudden loss of consciousness and nosebleed. Calvin knew that he had to act
Calvin felt a cold chill run down his spine, a palpable sense of dread settling in his bones. Despite this, he kept his expression steady for Lizzie’s sake, maintaining a facade of calm. “We’ll figure this out,” he said firmly, his voice carrying a reassuring weight. “I’ll look into the pendant and see if I can uncover anything. For now, you need to rest and recover. We’ll face whatever comes together, okay?”Lizzie nodded, her eyes shimmering with unshed tears. She wiped one away with the back of her hand, her voice small and trembling. “Okay. Just promise me you’ll be careful.”“I promise,” Calvin said, his voice softening but remaining resolute. He reached out and gently squeezed her hand, his eyes locked onto hers. “I’ll be careful, and I’ll protect you. Now, rest. I’ll be right here.”Lizzie gave a small nod, her eyelids heavy with exhaustion. As she closed her eyes, her body seemed to sink deeper into the couch, the day's strain evident on her pale face. Calvin stood up slowly,
As Calvin continued to examine the miniature sculpture, his concentration was abruptly interrupted by a sound he hadn’t heard in ages—a chime that carried an almost nostalgic resonance. The gentle yet distinct tone seemed to echo from somewhere deep within his memory, stirring a mixture of curiosity and excitement.Ding!The sound was quickly followed by a voice that seemed to emanate from within his own mind, clear and authoritative. The voice was one Calvin recognized instantly, even though he hadn't heard it in a long time.[User Calvin Hudson, you have comprehended that the true system has been designed to integrate with you. You have realized your true power, and this has caused the power and system of your ancestral amulet to merge with your being. Congratulations! You have earned 5 points which can be used for cultivation or unlocking advanced medical knowledge.]Calvin's eyes widened in astonishment as the message unfurled in his consciousness. His heart raced with a mix of th
The scene abruptly changed again, and Calvin was now in an opulent, grand hall filled with golden light. The room was filled with luxurious furniture and priceless artifacts, yet it felt cold and unwelcoming. The walls were lined with portraits of unfamiliar faces—each one staring at him with expressions of judgment and disdain. Calvin approached a grand mirror at the far end of the hall, its surface reflecting not his own image but a series of rapidly changing, disjointed scenes—visions of battles, medical operations, and fragmented memories of his past. The mirror seemed to pulse with an otherworldly energy, and Calvin felt compelled to touch it. As he reached out, the mirror’s surface rippled and transformed into a swirling vortex.In the vortex, Calvin saw flashes of strange symbols and arcane sigils—symbols that seemed to shift and change with every blink. A sense of urgency gripped him, and he tried to make sense of the symbols, but they eluded him, fading away before he could g
As the door closed behind Beatrice, a heavy silence settled in the room. Alana turned to James, her eyes blazing with determination. “James, no matter what Mother says, no one can stop me from marrying Calvin. Not now, not ever.”James leaned back in his chair, exhaustion evident in his features. He let out a weary sigh, his voice tinged with resignation. “I don’t care anymore, Alana. If marrying Calvin is what you want, then so be it. My only priority now is my health. Calvin has to cure me, that’s all that matters.”Alana’s eyes narrowed, frustration bubbling to the surface. “You’re being selfish, James. After everything Calvin has done for you, the least you could do is support us. He saved your life, for God’s sake!”James rubbed his temples, feeling the weight of the conversation pressing down on him. “You can call it whatever you want, Alana. I’m not going to stand in your way anymore, but I’m also not going to cheer you on. My focus is on getting better, and that’s it.”Alana c