---- Chapter 131 Wendy looked at Liam and couldn't help but smile. " You're always full of surprises. I thought you might have outgrown that impulsive streak after so many years of working as a doctor overseas." Liam's brows furrowed slightly, a trace of confusion flickering in his eyes. "Impulsive? Is that really how you see me?" She pressed her lips together and gave a soft cough. " Maybe that was a bit harsh. But you did keep your relationship with Ms. Hurst a secret.

Was it just so you could suddenly show up like this today?" Liam's eyes shifted. A flicker of guilt flashed across his face before he quickly looked away. She seemed to have hit a nerve. Just like earlier, he didn't answer directly. Instead, he said, "It's been years since we last saw each other , and you're still this curious about me." The air was suddenly thick with unspoken tension. Wendy froze for a second, then quickly pulled her hand back. But Liam seemed completely unfazed.

He simply changed the topic and asked, "If I'm not mistaken, you seemed a ---- little intimidated by Aunt Margaret, right?" She packed up the medical equipment and chuckled. "I'm. not scared of her. I respect her. She's incredible." "But you flinched from just one look from her. It's more than just respect." There was a faint amusement in Liam's voice, but it wasn't mocking. Holding the medical equipment in her hand, Wendy turned to him. "Why would you say that?

From what you just said, I assume that you and Ms. Hurst are related?" He nodded and walked with her toward the exit. "Yes, although we're not blood-related. My grandmother took her in when she was a child." Wendy's eyes widened. ''That makes me admire her even more." Liam glanced sideways, his eyes fixed on her expressive face. The cold edge in his gaze softened. "She really is remarkable. That's why even the government stepped in when news of her illness got out.

Wasn't a special medical task force with top specialists formed in Jazonia?" Wendy nodded. "Yes. You told me about it, remember ? I'm part of that team." ---- Thinking of Margaret's condition, she gave Liam a reassuring pat on the shoulder. "Don't worry. With this many people working on it, Ms. Hurst's situation will definitely improve." But they both knew how challenging rare diseases could be. Liam looked at her and gave a slight nod. "I believe you.

I came back with a recommendation letter from Professor Griffin. I'm planning to join the team, too." Wendy stopped in her tracks. "Are you serious?" He replied sincerely , "I wouldn't lie to you. Everything I've ever said to you has been the truth." She met his eyes. "With you on board, we'll make even more progress. But what about your job in Ochor? Are you just walking away from it? When are you heading back?" They continued toward Wendy's office. Liam replied, "I'll go with you.

If Aunt Margaret shows signs of improvement in a couple of weeks, you'll be able to start your training too." It was funny how things worked out. Wendy's overseas training just happened to focus on rare diseases. Not just the two that Margaret was battling, but other diseases as well. ---- Inside her office, Liam helped her tidy up and looked around the room. "So, this is where you work?" Wendy nodded. "Yeah. It's a bit messy. I hope it doesn't scare you off."" "T think it's great.

It's much bigger than I expected. You're probably already one of the top specialists at City General Hospital, huh?" She smiled. Earning a specialist title at such a young age was no small feat.