Andrew shook his head. "Jovan, I don't need you bowing down to me or paying tribute. What we have is more like a partnership, a win-win situation. The Advanced Medical Institute belongs to you, the elders, and the rest of the apprentices. After I leave, you'll be free to do whatever you want."

He continued, "I hope you'll work hard to build up the Advanced Medical Institute. In the future, you'll become a regional powerhouse yourself."

A flicker of confusion crossed Jovan's face. He had not ex