Chapter 534
Johnny was on pins and needles the moment he heard Ms. Mirabella’s words, quickly trying to justify himself. “Ma. Mirabella, I was just thinking that Dane’s medicine might work faster than the traditional brew. That’s why I took it.”
Mirabella chuckled and shrugged nonchalantly. “That’s why I suggested you consult him in the first place!
The same ingredients and dosage can yield different results depending on the method of preparation. It was like the difference between herbal remedies and pharmaceuticals – the former emphasized a gradual approach, while the latter aimed for swift, potent effects. It seemed like this Dane chap might have been so keen to show off his cal prowess that he overlooked the basic principles of medication.
Johnny was momentarily lost for words, stumped by Mirabella’s retort. When he had medication, he had been confident in Dane’s abilities as a mid–level pharmacist. He had repeatedly confirmed
With Dane that from the herbal concoction to The Pill.
was okay before switching
Sues. He hadn’t anticipated that she
Johnny suggested a follow–up with Mirabella to ensure that Owen wouldn’t face further health issues. I would detect the difference just by taking Owen’s pulse.
Owen, having already rolled down his sleeve, looked towards Mirabella. “I apologize.
My secretary only wanted to speed up my recovery by trying a different method of medication. But does this change have a significant impact?”
Owen could tell that though Mirabella’s words held an inquisitive tone, she didn’t outright say anything was amiss, which suggested that the medication probably hadn’t caused any serious issues.
Mirabella didn’t reproach Owen. Her voice was light as air. “Not particularly significant. It just affects the speed of recovery.”
At her words, Johnny stared at her, dumbfounded. If it was affecting the speed of recovery, wasn’t that significant?
The fact that Owen had been ill was kept under wraps, and he hadn’t shown his face in public for quite a while. Any further delays would undoubtedly stir up a hornet’s nest of trouble.
Johnny was beginning to regret his decision. If he hadn’t given Owen Dane’s medicine, would the situation be better now?
With a more serious demeanor, Johnny cautiously inquired, “If we resume the original prescription you provided, would that work?”
Mirabella shot him a look. “Do you think treatment is something you can just switch on and off at will?”
Johnny didn’t dare to respond, but his respect for Mirabella visibly grew. It was clear from the moment she raised the issue of medication and dosage after taking the pulse that she was a professional with genuine expertise.
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After a few seconds of hesitation, Johnny still asked in a low voice, “So what do we do now?” Mirabella tapped her fingers idly on her knee, seemingly indifferent and silent. An eerie quiet fell over the room until Owen spoke up to break it, “What’s your price?”
Mirabella’s tapping stopped, and she tilted her head towards Johnny. “Pen and paper.”
Johnny was taken aback. That was it?
Snapping back to reality, he rummaged through his briefcase, pulled out a pen and notepad, and handed them to Mirabella.
Mirabella jotted down a few herbal components, handed the notepad back to Johnny, and added, “Don’t waste any more money on the wrong things.”
Johnny glanced down at the fee listed on the paper – seven figures.
Mirabella rose from the sofa, her expression neutral as she addressed Owen, “I’m not interested in who you are. To me, we’re just doctor and patient, nothing more, nothing less.”
