The Mischievous Doctor (Finnegan and Nuthana) novel Chapter 273

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Bennett’s expression shifted abruptly. “It’s not Old Mr. Sable who’s behind this!”

Finnegan sighed lightly and played a voice message from Hailey on his phone.

“Mr. Larkin, I overheard a conversation between Reginald and Mike. It appears Ms. Zimmerman’s coma

was orchestrated by Mike and Bishop. Their plan was simple: wait until her parents were desperate,

then have Liam deliver the antidote, making it seem like a miracle by the Sables. If the Sables then

proposed marriage, given Firebird Group’s crisis, the Zimmermans might accept. They didn’t expect

you to awaken Ms. Zimmerman earlier, ruining their plan.”

After the playback, Finnegan added, “Bernice’s coma was induced by A Thousand Dreams, covertly

given to Bishop by Mike to aid the Sables and his son. I was planning to confront Bishop about it at

dinner tomorrow night at the Zimmerman residence!”

As he spoke, Finnegan’s tone was laced with underlying fury, angered by the betrayal and collusion

within Bernice’s circle. His decision to dine with Bernice was largely influenced by Hailey’s message.

Moreover, he needed to keep Bishop and his party in line.

Bennett looked unsettled. “That proves the Sables have A Thousand Dreams, but it doesn’t confirm Old

Mr. Sable ordered me to kill you.”

Finnegan, smiling, held up three fingers. “First, A Thousand Dreams isn’t common, and fewer than a

hundred in Loang can make it. In Jadeborough, besides you and me, I doubt there’s a third. Second,

your respectful reference to ‘Old Mr. Sable’ suggests a significant level of regard. Why else would you

address him so honorably?”

He continued with a playful tone, “Third, I have enemies, but currently, the Sables are the most eager

to see me dead, and they once had A Thousand Dreams in their hands. Considering these points, I’m

certain Reginald Sable is your benefactor, the one who tasked you with my assassination.”

Bennett opened his mouth to refute but halted at Finnegan’s confident demeanor. “You’re really

cunning!”

Finnegan, not directly interrogating Bennett, had pieced together the mastermind from mere clues.

Storing away his phone, he remarked, “I was just lucky to get that message today.”

Without it, Finnegan might have suspected Bennett’s connection to the Sables but wouldn’t have been

so

sure.

Bennett’s past was something he hadn’t discussed with Nancy, let alone an outsider. “You’re being too noveldrama

humble! Now, can you explain how you know so much about me?” he inquired, bewildered by

Finnegan’s extensive knowledge despite his years of solitude.

Finnegan responded, “The way I found out isn’t the main point. What’s important is that I’m aware of it.

But don’t worry, I only know the basics, not the finer details.”

Bennett, understanding his imminent fate, nodded slightly, “It seems those facing death shouldn’t be

too curious.” Closing his eyes, he made a final request, “Just don’t let Nancy know about her true

parentage, and please don’t hold any grudges against her.”

After some time, realizing Finnegan hadn’t taken any lethal action, Bennett opened his eyes, puzzled.

“Why haven’t you made your move yet?”

Finnegan gestured for Duncan and Doom Star to back off, wearing a calm smile. “There’s no enmity

between us. You intended to kill me as a favor repayment. Why would I kill you for that? Besides, I

know now that Reginald is the real threat. And as for Nancy, she’s a good person. I don’t-

Suddenly, Finnegan’s expression changed as he detected imminent danger.

Puff!

Before he could react, a burst of blood erupted from his heart. Staggering backward, he collapsed.

“Finnegan!” Bennett exclaimed in shock, moving toward him. But before he could reach Finnegan, a

bullet pierced his left shoulder, propelling him to the ground.

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