Chapter 66 - The Overseas Expert and the Unwavering Patriot

The Shepherd family mansion loomed before us, a sprawling estate on the outskirts of Shiglance City. Leopold led us through massive mahogany doors into a foyer that could have swallowed my entire former apartment.

"We've prepared a guest room for you and your... assistant," Leopold said, gesturing vaguely toward Eamon. "But before you settle in, I should inform you of a development."

I raised an eyebrow, watching his carefully composed expression.

"After Miss Ashworth contacted us, my son Jonah reached out to an old family friend—Dr. Maxim Huxley. He's just returned from studying advanced medical techniques abroad and has graciously agreed to examine Eleanor this afternoon."

Jonah stepped forward, a self-satisfied smile playing on his lips. "Dr. Huxley completed his residency at Inverness Medical Center in Europa. He specializes in metabolic disorders."