The Runaway Groom

Chapter 253

Anything goes, as long as it appeases Isaac.

“Well, has Dr. Kyle agreed to work as Tommy’s attending physician?” Irene asked.

“No,” Isaac replied.

In fact, Peter Kyle did not appear attracted by any offer, no matter how much money he was promised. It seems that ambitions are just like Zachary’s and Irene’s, though he promised to come immediately should Tommy fall sick again.

Zachary recommended Dr. Kyle because he had come into the country to further his career -to be precise, his girlfriend was local, and he decided to take up a career here to stay with her. Anyway, someone as talented as him was bound to find success anywhere he

went.

Dr. Kyle’s reason for not working as Tommy’s attending physician was because he has to help other children as well–such was his obligation and compassion as a doctor.

Irene was sure most doctors shared that compassion, and wasn’t surprised by Peter’s

response.

Bzzt-

Irene’s phone suddenly started to ring, and she answered it outside.

Lang. “I need a

“What is it?”

will be a dance competition held in the city’s sports complex. I’ve been picked as a judge, but I had something come up so I can’t attend. I

“I don’t think

“Why not?”

qualifications for one, and

pointed out, “It’s just one afternoon, so please

out here.”

to Miss Lang’s request because she hadn’t really taken good care of Tommy. Now that she had plenty of time to do it, she didn’t want to do anything else. “I’m sorry, but I really

I should come clean–Robin Lynd actually asked for

narrowed her eyes immediately.

before, right? She told me you’re a friend now. Why else would she ask me to request that

held no drawbacks. Only individuals who reached a certain qualification can be a judge, just as it was confirmation

a good thing, which was why she agreed to help ask Irene to attend the competition

was quick

this

mention anything else

“No,” Miss Lang replied.

that