After Five Years
“Seriously?! Wow, congratulations, Doc! Oh, I’m so happy to hear that! Can I come along when it opens?”
I laughed softly. “Of course. You’ll be the first I invite.”
We laughed together, feeling a weight lift off my shoulders. The clinic wasn’t just a project. It was my dream, and now, soon, that dream would become a reality.
That evening, the restaurant we chose was quite elegant but still felt warm and friendly. The dim lighting created a calm atmosphere, with the sound of a piano adding to the cozy feel. I sat next to Rika, while across from us, Julien was casually chatting with a middle-aged man whose face looked friendly and down-to-earth. He was Mr. Gerard, one of the new investors will