As they drew closer, Kason stepped forward, positioning himself between Norah and Sean.
Kason greeted, “Mr. Scott, your visit is an honor. I need to escort someone out. Please come in and make yourself comfortable. I’ll join you shortly.”
Sean’s response was marked by a slight smirk as he said, “Miss Wilson? What a coincidence.”
Sean looked past Kason to Norah and said, “Miss Wilson, haven’t I seen your face? Why are you hiding yourself like this?”
Hearing Sean’s words, Kason was momentarily taken aback, quickly piecing together that Norah and Sean must have crossed paths before.
Remembering the earlier message and the fact that the winner of the Krusa Mountain Racing was known by the name Nocturne, Kason suspected that Nocturne could indeed be Sean.
He guessed that Norah and Sean likely had a private connection. Despite his thoughts, Kason kept his cool.
Norah stepped up and addressed Sean calmly. “Mr. Scott, your reason for visiting Mr. Hayes is significant. It makes little sense for someone uninvolved like me to linger. Mr. Hayes was just seeing me off.”
Under Sean’s piercing gaze, she added, “I won’t keep you any longer. There’s no need for an escort to the door. I’m fine leaving by myself.”
With a nod toward both men, she took her leave.
Norah was uncertain of Sean’s reasons for visiting Kason but was sure it was unrelated to her. She preferred to stay out of anything involving Sean.
Sean, unfazed, attempted to halt her departure, saying, “Since our paths have crossed, why not wait? I can offer you a ride later.”
Norah was surprised by his offer, but then she shook her head, replying, “No, thank you. I drove here on my own.” Following a previous inconvenience, she had quickly arranged for a car to ensure she wouldn’t be left without a means of transport again. “I’ll manage on my own.”
Norah swiftly moved past Sean and vanished from view at the courtyard gate.
Phillip carefully watched Sean’s face, sensing a touch of annoyance. He couldn’t shake off a feeling of concern for Norah. He found it quite surprising that Norah could boldly turn down Sean’s offer without worrying about any possible consequences from him. But Sean wasn’t one to hold petty grudges.
With Norah gone, Kason invited Sean inside. “Scott, this way, please.”
Other than their earlier meeting, Kason had never engaged with Sean before. He had no clue why Sean had shown up to see him in person today.
As Norah drove off, she pushed Sean’s arrival to the back of her thoughts and directed her car toward Silver Boulder Private Hospital. Recollecting the location of the office, she approached and knocked on the door.
“Please, come in,” an elderly voice responded. Norah opened the door to find an elderly man with a white beard, deeply engrossed in his paperwork, who didn’t bother looking up at her entrance.
“Leave the medical records on the table, please. That’s all. You may step out now.” Gil Davies had assumed it was the nurse delivering the documents and spoke without looking up.
When Gil noticed the door remained open, he glanced up, greeting the visitor with a surprised but welcoming smile.
“Well, Gil,” Norah replied, her smile warm.
Gil had been an early mentor to Norah during her medical studies. As her expertise outpaced his, the roles had reversed, and he became the learner.
“It’s been a while since you’ve been around. Everyone knows Supernatural Doctor vanished from the public eye two years ago. I heard marriage took you away from your profession.” Gil set aside the files and invited Norah to sit, offering her drinks.
“What brings you here after so long? Do you still remember an old friend like me?” Gil presented Norah with the drinks, encouraging her to enjoy them.
Norah, taking a sip of the drink, shared indifferently, “I’m still here, Gil.”
Gil, taken aback, studied Norah closely and said, “Did it end…?”
Norah was the youngest student Gil had ever taught, displaying remarkable medical talent. He witnessed her rise to become a renowned doctor worldwide. She was a role model admired by many in the medical community.
However, two years ago, Norah had set aside her career to get married.
She disappeared from the spotlight, and no one had heard anything about her since then.
Seeing Norah today, Gil was somewhat shocked by the revelation that she was single again. He worried that she might still be hung up on her ex-husband. He had witnessed countless women who were depressed because of divorce.
Observing Gil’s concern, Norah reassured him with a smile, “I’m doing alright.”
Gil sighed in relief and said, “Norah, I may not fully grasp what you’ve gone through, nor do I have the right words of comfort, but what’s done is done. What’s your plan moving forward?”
Norah pondered for a moment before replying, “I haven’t decided yet.”
Gil, suspecting that her hiatus might have impacted her career prospects, reminded her, “Do you remember our conversation years ago? I suggested you join Silver Boulder Private Hospital. The invitation still stands.” He earnestly added, “Your talent in medicine is too valuable to go to waste.”
Norah paused, recalling Gil’s previous advice. She had plenty of talents but wasn’t sure what to do with them. But since he had suggested it, it didn’t sound like a bad idea. She smiled and said, “Okay.”
Gil had wanted to continue persuading her but was taken aback by her swift agreement. He asked, “Really? You’re okay with it?”
“If you still think I fit the role.”
Embracing the notion of being an everyday physician appealed to Norah.
That way, she wouldn’t have to handle the spotlight of being Supernatural Doctor. She could just focus on treating ordinary people.
Gil’s face lit up with excitement, and he said, “That’s fantastic! While you’re here, could you check this particular case for me? We’ve been at a loss on who to consult, and I’m eager to see how much of your expertise you’ve retained.”
Gil grabbed a case from the table and placed it in Norah’s hand. “Take your time. I’ll go chat with the doctors.” With that, he dashed off without waiting for Norah’s response.
Norah chuckled. Gil was always so spontaneous. Once he made up his mind, he almost acted on it immediately. Norah examined the case file and noted that the patient’s name seemed familiar, prompting her to review the details with focused attention.
Meanwhile, at the Hayes residence, Kason invited Sean into the living room, instructing the servants to grab drinks.
“Mr. Scott, it’s quite rare to have you visit,” Kason noted.
Sean had been quiet ever since. Seeing this, Kason couldn’t resist asking. Sean had been searched before he stepped into the villa. If there wasn’t anything urgent, Kason couldn’t figure out why Sean had come.
There shouldn’t be any friendship between the Hayes family and the Scott family. The Scott family was prestigious in Glophia.
The Hayes family, primarily military, rarely interacted with the Scott family except at social events. Kason had recently taken charge of the Hayes family and hadn’t yet fully mastered the codes and rules of such gatherings. He was still finding his way.
Sean, on the other hand, had taken control of the Scott family when he turned twenty. Before that, there had never been any news about his upbringing. Despite being older than Sean, Kason acknowledged the respect.
Sean lifted his gaze and regarded Kason calmly. “I’m concerned about your grandfather’s health. Can’t you come by and check on him?”
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