The man seemed to pause for a second, then nodded. “Your mother and I used to be classmates.”

“Classmates?” Ava was surprised again.

The man nodded, his gentle eyes never once moving away from Ava's face. However, his expression started to look a little serious.

“Your mother and I knew each other many years ago, but I left Glendale to study medicine. It’s been more than ten years since I left. I didn’t have your mother’s contact information during that period of time and we only got in touch recently.”

After listening to the man's explanation, Ava blinked and pondered silently.

Why did it sound like this doctor shared a close relationship with Raegan?

Ava wondered. When a thought appeared in her head, Raegan came over.

“Dinner is ready. Wash your hands and come to the dining room.”

Raegan glanced at the man calmly before turning to Ava.

“Ava, what would you like to drink? I’ll get it for you.”

“I’m fine with anything. Dr. Long, what would you like to drink?”

“I’ll have what