Chapter 1443
Growing up with a steady diet of World War II movies, Lydia had always dreamed of serving her
country, of one day taking down the enemy with valor and pride. As soon as she was old enough,
she enlisted, eager to turn her childhood dreams into reality.
Tonight, Thssa caught Lydia''s surprised gaze with a knowing smile. "Lydia, I''ve got something to
discuss with you."
"Youe back in the middle of the night to talk? This must be something big," Lydia said with
wide-eyed curiosity as she ushered her friend inside.
After Thssa greeted Lydia''s parents with a warm hello, they retreated to Lydia''s bedroom for
some private talks.
Lydia poured a ss of drink for her friend. "Sit down, don''t fuss. I''ve got some serious business to
talk about," Thssa said, setting the ss aside and pulling Lydia down beside her.
"What''s this? A matter of national importance? You look so stern; it''s giving me the jitters," Lydia
said, her voice deep and boyish.
"You''re back home out of the service now, looking for something to do, right? How about I set you
up with a great opportunity?" Thssa said, her clear eyes locking onto Lydia''s.
"You came all this way just to help me find a job? Somehow, I feel like there''s more to it," Lydia said,
her skepticism clear.
Lydia wasn''t one to be easily fooled. Her military background had honed her instincts sharp as a
tack.
"It''s not simple, that''s for sure. But hear me out." Thssa took a sip of water, clearing her throat
before she continued, "You''ve heard of Dr. Samuel Funke, haven''t you? He''s a renowned physician,
known far and wide for his expertise in acupuncture and Western surgical techniques. He''s looking
to take on an apprentice in traditional medicine, and I''ve rmended you."
"What? You think I can learn medicine? I don''t know the first thing about it," Lydia said,
overwhelmed by the sudden leap.
"You''re quick-witted, Lydia. Of course you can handle it. Besides, your grandma''s been bedridden
since her fall. Imagine if a master acupuncturist could treat her, she might just get back on her feet.
And if Dr. Funke won''te himself, once you''ve learned, you can treat her yourself. Wouldn''t that
be something wonderful?" Thssa tried to persuade her.
"Alright, I''m in!" Lydia said, pping her thigh decisively.
Thssa had hit home with a single point: if Lydia could master the art of acupuncture, she might
heal her grandmother and restore her mobility.
Lydia had been raised by her grandmother while her parents worked far from home. The bond
between them was deep and unique. When her grandmother took a bad fall and became paralyzed,
Lydia left the military early to be by her side, afraid that if she waited any longer, she might lose the
chance to be with her.
Now, with the opportunity to learn from a world-famous doctor and use that knowledge to help her
grandmother, Lydia had no reasons to decline. She would throw herself into her studies, master the
medical skills quickly, and race against time to save her beloved grandmother.
"Great, pack your bags, then. We''re heading to Starhaven now," Thssa said.
"Now? So sudden?" Lydia was taken aback.
"I have to introduce you to Dr. Funke tomorrow morning. If we don''t leave tonight, we''ll miss the
perfect time at eight o''clock," Thssa exined.
She had looked it up. In the world of traditional medicine, apprenticeships often began with a
ceremony at eight in the morning. Missing that felt like a bad omen.
When it came to following tradition, Thssa was not one to break the rules.
"Okay, let me just grab a few things." Lydia was all efficiency, packing her suitcase in under two
minutes with her clothes folded neatly.
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As they stepped out of the house, Thssa''s phone rang.
It was ric. "Mr. Falconer, what a surprise to hear from you."
"Have you and Hertha made it back? I''ve been trying to dial Hertha''s number, and there''s no
answer," ric''s voice wasced with concern.