Chapter 274 Virgil Wakes Up
After Eugene and his gang left in a hurry, James immediately began treating Sebastian and the others.
After several busy hours, James finally finished tending to everyone's wounds and let them sleep in the Bright Heart Hall Clinic ward.
In a few days, it would be time for the JZL Medical Clinic to reopen, so James had Mark put up a notice to suspend business for a few days to give himself and Mark some time to recuperate, at the same time, Sebastian and the others needed to recover from their injuries.
Of course, James was most worried about Keith's retaliation against the clinic, so he decided to take a few days off as a buffer.
"You're skilled in both medicine and martial arts."As James sat in the pavilion to rest after his busy work, Riley walked over and sat next to him, handing him a bottle of soda, "Looks like even if I hadn't shown up today, you could have handled those guys."
She admired James more and more.
"If you hadn't shown up, the situation would have been unmanageable because I would have killed them and then fled with my family." James was very candid with Riley."So, thank you for today."
"I think I'm starting to like you." Riley gave James a thumbs-up, not seeing him as violent at all, but rather appreciating his unyielding spirit.
After all, for people like Keith, James's patience was meaningless, if he were taken away, he would end up dead.
"Aren't I supposed to be The Walker's son-in-law?" James joked, "Why are you only starting to like me now?"
"My man, even if he's not in the spotlight, must be loyal to the country and make a significant impact." Riley punched James lightly: "You're stronger than I imagined,but still not quite up to my standards."
James was indeed excellent, but for a woman like Riley, who had grown up in danger and seen countless powerful fighters, he still fell a bit short.
James understood that Riley wasn't an arrogant woman, but to be her man, one had to be a dominant figure, otherwise, he wouldn't be able to handle her.
After all, even Sarah and the others didn't dare to fight back when they were beaten.
James curiously asked, "What exactly is The Walker?"
"In Celestia, besides the five deeply rooted families, there are three pillars of the nation." Riley didn't hide much, "Including The Walker, The Guardian Legion, and The Dragon's Breath."
James asked again, "What's the difference?"
"The Walker suppresses evil forces, The Guardian Legion protects the nation, and The Dragon's Breath goes on expeditions." Riley looked at James, who knew nothing, "The Walker controls the evil forces in this land, maintaining the order of the underworld. The Guardian Legion is an organization that protects important figures in this country, preventing foreign enemies from causing trouble and ensuring top talents are not harmed. If you were extremely valuable, a top talent in the country, then even if I hadn't shown up today, The Guardian Legion would have protected you."
She tried her best to explain to James.
"As for The Dragon's Breath, it's a weapon for foreign expeditions. Wherever there are national interests involved, there are people from The Dragon's Breath." She sighed softly, "After all, resources are limited; if we don't collect more, future generations will have less."
James nodded lightly and then smiled, "So, you're a top-tier second-generation rich kid?"
"Sort of." Riley said softly, then patted James on the shoulder,"So, you should work hard and strive to have the qualifications to marry me in the future."
James smiled, "Alright, I'll work hard."
At the same time, he secretly vowed to live a carefree life and never meet Riley's standards.
"I'm leaving; I have important things to do later." Riley clapped her hands and stood up, "After today's incident, Keith won't dare to use his power against you, but since you beat Eugene so badly, they will still come after you secretly. Be careful while I'm away from Rosewood City."
"If you encounter something you can't handle, you can call this number." Riley took out a business card and tossed it to James, with only a phone number on it, "He will help you deal with any trouble you encounter."
James didn't hesitate, Keith taught him a lesson today, so he took it quickly, "Thank you."
"James,your dad is awake." Just as Riley was about to leave, Michelle suddenly rushed out of the room, shouting with joy, "He's awake."
James's body shook, and he ran into Virgil's ward.
In the soft light, Virgil lay on the bed, pale and weak, but his eyes were open, showing a hint of life.
He looked around in confusion, not understanding where he was or his situation.
"Dad, you finally wake up."James rushed over, grabbed Virgil's hand, and after a quick check, found that apart from being weak, he was basically fine.
Michelle also ran in, holding Virgil's hand and crying.
Virgil's confused eyes gradually calmed. He reached out to touch Michelle and then James, and with difficulty, said, "Where am I?"
"You're in the James's clinic." Michelle answered proudly, then told Virgil everything she knew, from picking up Mary at the dock to all the events that had happened.
"James, you opened a clinic? You know medicine?" Virgil looked at James with joy, "When did you learn?"
James smiled and explained, "I learned last year. It was hard to find a job, so I picked up some medical skills."
"I'm sorry, it's all my fault that you suffered." Virgil felt incredibly guilty, holding Michelle and James's hands.
He hadn't given them a good life, and Michelle had fallen seriously ill, while James had become a son-in-law living with his wife's family. He felt deeply apologetic.
James smiled, "Dad, don't say that. It's all in the past, and things are getting better now, "
Michelle also scolded, "We're family, there's no need to say sorry. Let's live well together from now on."
Virgil felt a mix of relief and guilt.
James held Virgil's hand, "Dad, are you going to keep working on the boat?"
"I won't work on the boat anymore. I'll find a job in Rosewood City." Virgil took a deep breath, looking at the two of them with determination, "I want to take good care of you."
"Dad, don't look for a job. Just help out at my clinic." James smiled warmly, "My new clinic opens next week, and I need a lot of help."
Virgil didn't hesitate and laughed heartily,"Alright, I'll work for my son."
"Uncle Virgil!" At this moment, Nathaniel and Sebastian also rushed in, congratulating James on Virgil waking up.
James quickly introduced his good friends to Virgil.
In the crowd, Riley waved goodbye to James and prepared to leave.
But as she turned, her peripheral vision caught Virgil's face, and she felt a sense of familiarity.
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