Doctor Tino shows off

"Mr. Lopez."

Just as John was about to leave the auction house with Alice, Maxwell suddenly approached.

The leader of the Remar Family showed his respect to John.

He didn't know that John was the King of Horizon, nor did he know that he was the Master of Clouds, both identities carried by the Duke of Southern River.

So, why did Maxwell show such respect?

It all traced back to the new product launch of the Queenie Group.

At that time, Duke of Southern River had gathered the family leaders and informed them that the man behind Queenie Yeats was the King of Horizon. He hoped they could set an example.

They all knew that Duke of Southern River had an elder brother working for the King of Horizon, so his words were entirely credible.

Moreover, the Duke had sent out five billion in orders, which confirmed their thoughts.

It was worth betting on a future that involved billions.

On the day of the new product launch, Maxwell was present and learned that John and Queenie were siblings. This meant that John was very likely the brother-in-law of the King of Horizon.

Therefore, Maxwell showed respect.

The other family leaders held similar views, except for Paul.

Paul had experienced John's anger firsthand, and from that, he sensed a momentum far different from the ordinary.

That momentum could only be that of a domineering king.

With the attitude of Duke of Southern River and others, Paul had deduced that John wasn't just the brother-in-law of the King of Horizon — he was the King of Horizon himself.

As they say, enemies often know us better than our friends.

Paul had bet correctly. Whether or not he won depended on how he handled the bet.

Meanwhile, John, noticing Maxwell's approach, answered with calm confidence.

"What can I do for you, Leader Remar?"

John could tell Maxwell must have something to ask of him.

John was not a cold-blooded person. He only showed indifference toward his enemies.

As long as the other party respected him, John would return that respect.

"Mr. Lopez, I saw you give that injection earlier. Are you a doctor?" Maxwell asked, smiling.

John nodded. "Sort of. Is there a patient in your house?"

"To be frank, my father is sick. He hasn't eaten anything for three days, and I was hoping you could help." Maxwell explained.

"Sure," John replied, without hesitation.

He asked Alice to go back while he followed Maxwell to the Remar Family home.

Upon entering, they found Stratton lying on the bed, his stomach swollen as if filled with two basketballs. He sighed constantly, clearly in distress.

The lateral families were also anxious.

John placed his hand on Stratton's abdomen, and the man suddenly screamed in pain.

John had a good understanding of Stratton's condition, but before he began the treatment, a man rushed in from outside.

"Maxwell, I've brought Doctor Tino. Let him treat our father, hurry!"

The man who entered was none other than Simon, Maxwell's second son.

Behind Simon was a lean old man in his sixties, carrying a medicine box. His shifty eyes and calculating expression didn't escape John's notice.

Though the old man appeared unremarkable, his medical skills were renowned in New York. He was celebrated as a "divine physician who could cure any illness in just one dose." His real name was Tino Hutch.

As his reputation suggested, Tino's prescriptions were known to bring recovery in a single dose.

However, Maxwell frowned when he saw the old man. He knew that Tino had caused trouble before. When Stratton first fell ill, they had asked for Tino's help, but the old man had delayed his treatment, stating that he wouldn't act unless Stratton was seriously ill.

With no other option, Maxwell sought another doctor, though that attempt proved fruitless.

Now, Tino was showing up only when it seemed too late. Maxwell felt the old man was here to demand a high price for his treatment.

Before Maxwell could voice his displeasure, Tino's voice cut through the tension.

"What is this? Are you looking down on me, inviting me only now?" Tino sneered upon seeing John working on Stratton.

Simon was caught off guard. He had not expected Tino to react this way. Seeing John was merely a young man, Simon naturally believed Tino's medical skills were superior.

"Doctor Tino, please don't be upset," Simon said quickly, trying to smooth things over. "We sought other doctors because you refused to come earlier. We couldn't just let our father suffer!"

Tino sniffed in disdain. "So, you're blaming me for not coming sooner?"

"No, no, I'm grateful you're willing to help now," Simon quickly reassured.

"That's more like it," Tino grumbled. "If you want me to treat your father, I'll need double the medical fee."

"What?" Simon's eyes widened in shock.

"Didn't we discuss the fee already? Why the sudden change?" Simon asked, his voice anxious.

"Because the situation has changed," Tino explained, looking at John with disdain.

"The medical fee stays fixed in normal circumstances. But, since you invited this young man here, it shows you don't trust me. Therefore, it must be doubled."

Simon could only stand there in stunned silence.

Meanwhile, Maxwell was furious. Just as he was about to ask Tino to leave, John spoke calmly.

"Let him treat him first," John said.

Maxwell bit back his anger, his voice soft as he addressed Tino. "There's no issue with the fee, as long as you can cure my father."

Tino set down his medicine kit and checked Stratton's pulse. As he did, he couldn't resist mocking John.

"Kid, today you're lucky enough to witness my treatment skills. You should go back and offer a prayer to a God for your good fortune."