Chapter 1280
Over ten hours without food or rest had left Elliana utterly exhausted. Levi supported her as she slipped out of her surgical gown, gently wiping the perspiration from her brow.
Stepping out into the hallway, they found a throng of nervous royals waiting, Alianna leading the charge, worry etched deep in every face.
Levi broke the tense silence with a smile.
“The procedure went perfectly. We cleared the clot from his brain, and his vital signs are steady.”
The news triggered a collective sigh of relief. Joy quickly replaced the anxiety, softening every expression.
With gratitude overflowing, Alianna grasped Elliana’s hand, eyes brimming with tears.
“Dr. Atkinson, thank you from the bottom of my heart.”
Elliana offered a warm reply.
“I’m just doing my job.”
As she spoke, her attention drifted toward a tall, dignified man beside Alianna.
The man was handsome and distinguished, with an air of quiet authority that was impossible to miss, even as he stood silently with a polite, practiced smile. He hadn’t been present during her previous meeting with Howell’s family; she was certain of it.
As if sensing her curiosity, the man stepped forward, hand extended.
“Kaleb Thompson,” he introduced himself.
“It’s an honor to finally meet you, Dr. Atkinson.”
Hearing his name, Elliana’s heart skipped a beat. She hadn’t expected to encounter anyone from the Thompson family so soon, let alone Kaleb, their current patriarch. Was Kaleb her uncle? A closer look revealed features reminiscent of her mother, Rita, a resemblance too strong to dismiss. Perhaps Maxine’s stories were true after all.
“The pleasure’s mine, Mr. Thompson,” Elliana replied, masking her shock as she accepted his handshake.
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Kaleb displayed perfect courtesy, releasing her hand and offering a gentle, apologetic smile.
“Please forgive the abrupt introduction. I hope my presence hasn’t startled you.”
“Not at all. I’m honored to meet you. I assume there’s something urgent you’d like to discuss?” Elliana replied smoothly.
“Indeed,” Kaleb admitted, his tone earnest.
“I’ve been looking for you for quite some time. My father’s condition requires your expertise. When I heard you were in Yruzias, I came at once. If you would be willing, I’d like you to accompany me to the Thompson family estate.”
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