“Where are you going, Finny?”
“Why don't you follow us? After all, they're family!”
“You're a special consultant for General Hospital. If you don't even visit your family, others will surely criticize you.”
The moment Finnegan and his parents arrived at the hospital, they kept trying to convince him to visit Xavier, Ximena, and Max.
“Mom, Dad, you guys go ahead. I have a patient to attend to. I'll see how things go after I'm done with work.”
With that, Finnegan walked away swiftly, and neither Desmond nor Quiana could stop him.
Quiana stomped her foot in frustration and grumbled, “How can he be so heartless? They're family!”
Desmond was also feeling slightly dejected because he had wanted Finnegan to visit Xavier and Ximena.
However, Desmond didn't want Quiana to call him a hypocrite, so he leaned on his cane and said, “Let's go and see what the current situation is like first.”
After leaving his parents, Finnegan arrived in Soren's ward.
Compared to the day before, Soren seemed a lot more energetic, and he could even get out of bed.
“You're looking good, Old Mr. Caulder!” Finnegan said.
Soren turned around and smiled when he saw Finnegan. “It's all thanks to your advanced medical skills! You saved my life!”
“You flatter me, Old Mr. Caulder. Let's proceed with your treatment. After this, you can get discharged and rest at home.” Finnegan helped Soren lie in bed and gave the latter the final acupuncture treatment.
Around ten minutes later, the treatment ended, and Soren felt even better.
Therefore, Soren, who had consulted countless renowned doctors, was utterly impressed. “Finn, you should go to Durbaine or somewhere larger. With your talents, staying in Jadeborough is a waste!”
Finnegan wiped his hands and smiled. “Old Mr. Caulder, Jadeborough is a big city. It's the fifth largest city in the country!”
“That's merely in terms of economics.” Soren gestured for Finnegan to take a seat. “From the perspective of historical background, Jadeborough is still a new metropolis. It's nothing compared to Durbaine, Jipsdale, and Kenfort. Those places will truly challenge and help one grow. Besides, you're capable and young. You should see what it's like out there! I strongly believe you'll be very successful once you have your own business!”
In response, Finnegan flashed a smile and said, “I'll see what the future holds for me. Now, I just want to keep my family company and make up for the five years I lost.”
Seeing that Finnegan wasn't interested, Soren heaved a sigh inwardly and stopped convincing him.
In the next second, Soren asked, “By the way, I've been wanting to ask you something for a few days now. May I know who you learned your medical skills from? Even Mr. Hicks couldn't do anything to help me!”
Sawyer had told Finnegan not to tell anyone about their relationship, so the latter merely gave a vague answer. “I learned my medical skills from an old traditional medicine practitioner. I don't think you know him, Old Mr. Caulder.”
As a former headmaster of Durbaine University and a professor, Soren knew Finnegan was refusing to share his mentor's name.
Hence, Soren stopped pursuing the matter. “Whoever your mentor is, he must be very impressive.”
Finnegan rose to his feet. “Old Mr. Caulder, I'll take my leave first. I'll visit you to wish you a happy birthday in a few days.”
“Sure! You go ahead!”
After leaving Soren's ward, Finnegan went to his office in General Hospital.
He planned to go home with his parents after they were done visiting Xavier and the others.
Moments after he sat down in his office, he received a call from Rhiannon.
“Finn, where are you?” she asked.
“I'm at General Hospital, waiting for Mom and Dad to finish visiting Xavier and the others. I'll head home with them later,” Finnegan replied.
Knock! Knock! Knock!
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