Chapter 317 The next morning , Andrew arrived at Jayrodale General Hospital bright and early .


    As the deputy chief , his workload was typically light , and he often joked that his role was more symbolic than hands on .


    Though the hospital was thergest in Jayrodale , it was privately owned , granting Andrew significant freedom .


    Unless there was a particrlyplex case or a challenging surgery , he rarely had to step in , thanks to Francesca and Laurens help managing the load .


    Good morning , Dr.


    Lloyd ! The vibrant and cheerful nurses greeted him warmly as he walked through the corridors .


    Andrew smiled back and replied , Good morning , everyone ! The most beautiful nurse in the hospital was N , widely regarded as the belle of the department .


    When she saw Andrew , her face turned bright red , and she quickly lowered her gaze , clearly flustered ..


    Andrew gave her a polite smile before stepping into the elevator to head to his office .


    Hospitals were known for being breeding grounds for gossip , and Jayrodale General was not exception .


    Andrew was not one to entertain rumors , but he could not avoid hearing whispers about Ns apparent crush on him .


    The Goth family , to which N belonged , was considered somewhat notable in Jayrodale , making her a respectable match .


    However , Andrew had never thought of her as anything more than a younger sister .


    He still remembered the time Bernards son , Phillip , had bullied N , and Andrew had taught him a painful lesson with a well ced kick .


    After that , N had been endlessly grateful, going out of her way to assist Andrew whenever she could .


    If Andrew were to ask her out , N would undoubtedly say yes Francesca herself had once teased him about it .


    She had even joked that half the nurses in the hospital had their eyes on him and urged him to settle down with Lauren before someone else swooped in .


    When Andrew opened his office door , he was surprised to find Francesca already inside , along with an elderly man .


    Dr.


    Aicker , what brings you here today ? Andrew greeted with a smile .


    The older man was none other than Cedric Aicker a renowned physician from the Aicker family .


    Dr.


    Lloyd , Cedric said with a grin , Im here for you specifically .


    Andrew raised an eyebrow .


    Oh ? Do you have good news for me ? Cedric chuckled mischievously .


    Of course ! I came to ask when youll ept me as your 1/2 Chapter 317 apprentice .


    He continued , To show our sincerity , the Aicker family is prepared to offer a grand apprentice ceremony ,plete with gifts including my precious granddaughter .


    Wed even throw a three day banquet and invite the entire medicalmunity of Jayrodale to witness it ! Andrew was rendered speechless .


    However , Francesca turned bright red and snapped , Grandpal What nonsense are you spouting ? Youre getting more ridiculous with age ! Cedricughed heartily .


    Fran , Im your grandfather .


    Do you really think I dont know whats on your mind ? He smirked and added , Tell me , if Dr.


    Lloyd agrees to take me as his apprentice , would you be willing to be with him ? Francescas chubby cheeks flushed red .


    Her wide teary eyes were filled with both embarrassment and anger .


    Cedric Aicker , Im warning you if you keep talking nonsense , Ill stop acknowledging you as my grandfather ! In her fury , she even called him by his full name , which annoyed Cedric .


    Nheless , it was clear he adored his granddaughter deeply , so despite his irritation , he held back and simply let out a huff .


    Turning to Andrew , Cedric said , Dr.


    Lloyd , I apologize if Ive embarrassed you .


    But then he added with a sly grin , That being said , my earlier offer still stands .


    If you agree to take me as your apprentice , Fran would make an excellent wife .