Divorce Anxiety
Chapter 168

Chapter 168 Entrusting Myself To You

Samuel regarded Kathleen thoughtfully.Her prickly exterior truly concealed a heart of gold.She mayadmonish him, but she still ensured that he took his medication correctly."How confident are you inyour medical skills?” Samuel's tone turned serious.”l don’t mean to brag, but I'm actually prettygood. My treatment methods are renown worldwide, just search it up and you might learn a thingor two about me.""Do you have anything to increase longevity? I'm hoping to at least be aroundlong enough to care for my parents in their old age.”"Cut to the chase, Samuel. I haven't got allday.”"l want you to treat me,” Samuel muttered lowly.Kathleen felt as if she'd been drenched by anice-cold bucket of water.”State your price. All I want is to live as long as you do,” saidSamuel.Kathleen was speechless.Please?” Samuel pleaded.“But you'd have to listen to myinstructions without complaint. Otherwise, neither the most comfortable hospital room nor the bestmedication would do you any good,” Kathleen warned grimly.Samuel could barely believe his luck.“So I'll take this as a yes?"“I'd be a fool to refuse such an offer. This is money we're talking abouthere."”I guess I'll be under your care then,” Samuel commented cheekily.Kathleen instantly switchedinto her professional role. “Would you mind telling me why your body weakened sodrastically?"“You'll hear all about it once I'm back from my trip.”What's with all this dodgymysteriousness?“We're here,” Samuel announced promptly.Kathleen passed the medicinal herbs toSamuel. “I can't emphasize this enough, but please remember to take them regularly.””I'll do it rightnow."Samuel tore open the package and drank it in a single gulp.His sharp features scrunched up atthe ghastly aftertaste.The bitterness was truly a force to reckon with.Samuel swallowed and felt anoverwhelming wash of relief that it was over. “We're done here. I hope my future prescriptions areones that taste fit for human consumption.”An unexpected burst of laughter escaped from Kathleenat the amusing tableau in display.Samuel’s mood instantly lightened upon witnessing Kathleen'sgorgeous face fill with mirth."Right. See you in two days’ time.” Kathleen took hold of the emptymedicinal packet.Samuel leveled a meaningful look at Kathleen. “Goodbye."Kathleen turned to leaveand went on her way.Samuel immediately took to quaffing an entire bottle of water.The medicinalherbs were truly horrendous.Kathleen must have been trying to exact her revenge with them Havingsaid that, her smile today was worth the affliction.Kathleen had three hours of time to spare in theafternoon.She changed into discreet attire, donning her shades and face mask before departingfrom the film crew.She was headed to a hospital specializing in traditional medicine in search of hergrandfather's old friend who was the director.The hospital was famed all over the country and herrole as a director required noteworthy medicinal as well as management skills.Kathleen never wouldhave expected to catch sight of Vanessa in the director's office.She hadn't meant to eavesdrop, butthe door was ajar and the sound of the conversation within floated out clear as day.Vanessa spokein hushed tones, “Dr. Yarrow, all I'm concerned about now is how well Nicolette is faring.”“She'llneed more time to convalesce. Proceeding with the transplant now would only endanger both herand Mr. Yoeger."Vanessa was visibly displeased with the news. It is of utmost importance forNicolette to be in optimal health for the operation to be a success,” Ethan Yarrow advised."What ahassle,” Vanessa grumbled.Ethan shook his head firmly. “There's nothing else to be done.”"Prescribeher your best medication and make sure she’s back in the pink of health as soon as possible,”Vanessa urged, "And keep this between us.”Ethan swore his secrecy and Vanessa exited the officenot long after.Kathleen moved out of her hiding spot once Vanessa had entered the elevator andshe was no longer at risk of discovery.She announced her arrival with a knock on the door of Ethan'soffice.Ethan took in her conspicuous attire suspiciously. “And you are?"Kathleen removed herdisguise and was instantly recognized.Ethan was delighted by her appearance. “Kate, it was you allalong! What brings you here today?"“I just wanted to check in on you, Dr. Yarrow. I would also liketo request for some medicinal herbs if you don’t mind,” Kathleen uttered politely."Be my guest.Here, take a seat.”Ethan poured her a glass of water. “I never would have imagined seeing youhere.""It's been a while, Dr. Yarrow.” Kathleen hesitated before continuing, “That woman you weretalking to just now..."”As in Vanessa, Nicolette’s aunt?”Ethan was aware of Kathleen and Nicole'sshared history. However, Kathleen understood that his role as a doctor compelled him to savepatients indiscriminately.” understand that you're bound by your medical ethics. It's just surprisingthat Nicolette would actually be allowed the kidney transplant at all."Ethan surmised that Kathleenhad overheard most of the dialogue that took place. “Truth be told, it is not previously unheard offor patients with less than ideal health conditions to undergo surgery.”Kathleen seemed desperate.“Is Mr. Yoeger's health really so dire?"“His health seems to be deteriorating, or else Nicolettewouldn't have been sent here to recuperate in the first place,” responded Ethan.”So the surgerywon't be carried out here then,” Kathleen murmured thoughtfully.Ethan shook his head. Kathleenquirked her lips. “I see."The reason behind Nicolette's reinstatement into the Yoeger family must bebecause they intended for her to be the kidney donor to her biological father. However, hadn'tVanessa always planned to usurp the position as the head of the Yoeger family?Nicolette savingZachary would have been contrary to that.Or did she have a little accident staged at the surgicaltheater?The plot thickened.Kathleen handed Ethan her checklist. “These are the medications that I'mlooking for. Don't worry about their cost."Ethan skimmed the text and grinned. “I might have theherbs, but I'm afraid I won't be able to help you.”"Why is that so?" Kathleen wasdumbfounded.Ethan shrugged. “You specified wild herbs, which I'm afraid I don't have.” Do youhappen to know where I may procure them?"“I know of this one person who's the biggest medicinalmanufacturer in the country. He has access to every kind of herb under the sky.” Thank you somuch, Dr. Yarrow! I owe you big time!” Kathleen was overjoyed that her search hadn't been fornaught.Ethan scribbled down a phone number and handed it over to Kathleen. “Just tell him that Isent you."Kathleen stole a glance at the strip of paper. “Caleb Lewis?"The CEO of LewisEnterprises?“That's right. He's sure to have everything that you're looking for.”"You've been a greathelp, Dr. Yarrow. I'll be heading over right this instant.”“Glad to be of service,” said Ethan in goodcheer Kathleen retrieved a dainty box from her handbag and proffered it with flair. “I've brought thegoods."Ethan flipped open the lid and sniffed its contents. “You truly know me the best.”