Austin thought, ‘It’s no surprise the department didn’t want to recruit Uncle Dom, considering his status and capabilities. He might’ve avoided telling me about it since it’s a secret department.’
“Yes, he’s my granduncle. However, I’m not precisely his student, even though he has taught me herbal medicine.” Austin wanted to make it clear so that he would not ruin Dominic’s reputation by making mistakes.
“I know,” Dr. Blanc said smilingly, “Still, we know how capable you are.”
Austin scratched his head awkwardly after receiving the compliment. He would feel incredibly proud if it were the past, but he had become more humbled now and knew it was not good to be overconfident.
“You’re too kind, Dr. Blanc, but I have much to learn still. Perhaps I might learn something from your experts during the mission,” Austin said earnestly.
Alexander noticed the changes in Austin and felt happy for him. “Well, I’ll let you two handle the secret lab then. That way, we can focus on what he must do now.”
Immediately after, he glanced at the man standing beside him.
Austin had noticed the person when he arrived and thought he looked familiar.
‘He’s the only one standing, looking like a bodyguard. Hmm… A bodyguard?’
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