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    He was determined to get her autograph! With that in mind, Phil bent down and gently asked, “Youngdy, could you please give me an autograph?”


    The assembled doctors were left utterly stunned.


    “What is Dr. Benton up to?”


    “Why does he demand her autograph? Could he be gathering evidence to hold her ountable?”


    “Absolutely—Dr. Benton is being meticulous; he must be preparing for a possible denialter on.”


    Murmurs rippled through the group as everyone agreed that Phil seemed intent on leaving behind proof.


    Yet, Phil’s motives were far removed from any such scheming. His idol was the legendary Healer, so encountering her apprentice naturally stirred his admiration.


    ncing at Phil’s face and finding no trace of malice, Elena asked, “You want my autograph?”


    “Yes!” Phil replied with an emphatic nod.


    Eager to avoid any misunderstanding, he quickly exined, “Please don’t get me wrong—I have no hidden motives. I simply admire your medical skills and would love an autograph as a keepsake.”


    Raising an eyebrow slightly, Elena noted that Phil did not question her medical skills like others.


    “Sorry, I don’t sign autographs,” she said.


    A flicker of disappointment crossed Phil’s eyes, yet he dared not insist further and quietly tucked away his notebook.


    “Well, I understand. Someone of your stature prefers to keep a low profile,” he said.


    Healer appeared rarely, and when she did, she always wore a mask, keeping her true identity hidden from everyone. Evidently, her apprentice also avoided the spotlight.


    Phil understood the situation and resolved to safeguard Elena’s anonymity.


    While Phil epted the rejection without anger, Ferris was outraged.


    How dare this young girl act so arrogantly in front of Phil?


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    She was utterly shameless!


    Despite Phil’s kind treatment, she showed no appreciation.


    Ferris’s face darkened as he retorted, “Who do you think you are? Dr. Benton doesn’t really want your autograph! He’s merely collecting evidence in case you deny your actions!”


    “Hey, that’s not true.” Phil shook his head repeatedly, worried that Elena might misunderstand him.


    Turning on his heel, he yelled, “Ferris, what absurdity are you spouting? Apologize immediately!”


    Ferris remained convinced he was right.


    “Dr. Benton, am I mistaken? She’s operating without a license and demeaning you. She ought to be the one apologizing!”


    Typically, Ferris appeared sharp, and Phil had even considered endorsing him for the position.


    Yet now, it seemed his sharpness had waned.


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