Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 1271

In Thomas's office at Blumedale Hospital, Bernard was not the only visitor present. Thomas's prized student, Blumedale Hospital's star doctor, Jared, was also there.

"Dr. Bozzelli, I heard you had a meeting with Malcolm about bringing Francesca from Jayrodale to Blumedale Hospital?" Jared asked excitedly.

Thomas set down his teacup and replied indifferently, "That's correct, but what does it have to do with you?"

Jared blushed and smiled awkwardly. "Well, it doesn't really concern me much. I just thought it would be nice to see my junior, Fran, again."

Bernard grinned. "Jared, even if you do see Francesca again, I doubt it will matter much. She's already spoken for. I heard you've had a crush on her since your student days. Unfortunately, even someone as exceptional as yourself couldn't compete with a scoundrel."

Jared's brow immediately furrowed. "Bernard, what exactly do you mean by that?"

Bernard smirked and was about to elaborate further, intending to provoke Jared.

Thomas interrupted with a cold snort. "Bernard, shut your mouth! I don't tolerate gossipmongers in my presence!"

Bernard quickly fell silent, though inwardly he smirked since his objective had already been achieved.

Jared's face darkened. "Dr. Bozzelli, is Francesca already involved with someone else?"

Thomas's expression turned extremely unpleasant. He raised his hand as if to throw his teacup, but ultimately restrained himself. After all, he still had a soft spot for his star pupil.

"Fine, as long as you perform well, I'll even swallow my pride and speak to Malcolm about arranging a match for you," Thomas conceded.

He emphasized, "But the prerequisite is that you cannot disappoint me! At the Grand Medical Summit, we, as mentor and student, must emerge victorious!"

Jared clenched his fist, his face brimming with confidence. "Rest assured, Dr. Bozzelli. You handle Dr. Lake and leave everything else to me! I might not boast about other things, but when it comes to medical skills, I consider myself superior to all others of my generation."

Thomas waved his hand. "Don't be so boastful—humility is an eternal virtue for medical practitioners. Also, I should inform you that our Blumedale Hospital team will consist of four people. You and me, plus Francesca, and we've added one more person."