Nera caught up with Eric in the living room. "Eric, wait a moment!"

Eric paused, and Nera hurriedly said, "Your father is just that stubborn. He says no, but his actions speak otherwise. Don't take his words to heart, or you'll just drive yourself crazy.

"Two days ago, he had a fever and kept mumbling, asking for your forgiveness. Sit down, let me pour you a glass of water."

Seeing Eric sit down, she quickly poured him water. As she went upstairs, she kept looking back, afraid Eric would leave. If Eric stayed in King City for a few days, Julius' health might improve more quickly.

Half an hour later, Nera came back down and sat opposite Eric. "He's already asleep. I'm at my wit's end. They say you're a miracle physician. Could you... take a look at him?"

Nera had been crying for days, fearing Julius wouldn't make it. If even Eric couldn't help, they would have to prepare for the worst.

Eric didn't refuse. If Julius was asleep, it would be easier—he didn't want to deal with Julius