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 replied sharply, “Whether she is or isn’t is her business! You should focus on studying your medical books and advancing your professional title! You can have any woman you want when you reach the top!”
Jared suddenly became agitated. “No, Francesca is the only one I want! I’ve been waiting so long for her to come from Jayrodale to Blumedale. No one but me is worthy of her!”
Thomas erupted in anger. “Nonsense! Do you even hear what you’re saying? How could such words come out of your mouth?”
He continued, “Where is the humility and composure I taught you? You’re jumping around like a madman over a woman! How can I trust you to participate in the Grand Medical Summit when you’re acting like this?”
Jared’s face remained dark as he stubbornly replied, “Don’t worry, Dr. Bozzelli. I won’t let you down at the Grand Medical Summit. At the very least, I’ll live up to my reputation as Blumedale Hospital’s top young doctor.
“But I won’t give up on Francesca. As a man, I’ve put in more effort than others and possess more extraordinary talent. Therefore, I must have the woman I desire. Otherwise, what’s the point of all my hard work and struggle?”
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, me, plus Francesca, and we’ve added one more person.”