Chapter 189: She Is His Only Medicine

Olive knew she'd shot herself in the foot; Grandma must have seen the news. After all, her hotel interview was trending online.

"Olive, here's a smoothie. Go ahead and drink it," the old lady urged lovingly.

"Thanks, Grandma. I'll drink it now," Olive replied with a smile.

Elvis chuckled at Olive. She quickly lifted her right foot and kicked him under the table.

"Olive, let me get you some ice," Mrs. Samantha said, excusing herself and walking into the kitchen.

As soon as Grandma left, Olive immediately held the glass to Elvis's lips.

"Mr. Augustine, there's too much smoothie. I can't drink it all. You can secretly help me drink half."

Elvis shook his head and refused. "This is for women."

Olive retorted, "It takes two to tango, Mr. Augustine. You need to be healthy too, for us to have healthy kids. So go on and help me drink some."

Elvis remained adamant and refused. Olive bent her head and rubbed her face against his chest.

"My husband," she said sweetly, pouting.

Elvis chuckled at her calling him her husband just because of a glass of smoothie. He lowered his head and drank three-quarters of the smoothie, leaving only a gulp or two for her. Olive swiftly emptied the remainder. Old Mrs. Samantha walked in with the ice.

"So sorry. I had to check on Maria," Mrs. Samantha apologized.

Olive grabbed a napkin and wiped her mouth.

"Grandma, there's really no need for the ice; I've already finished the smoothie!" Olive announced excitedly.

Mrs. Samantha's eyes lit up, and she gave Olive a thumbs-up. "Wow, Olive, that was fast. Have some water as well, my dear. You need to take good care of your body, okay?"

Olive nodded with a smile. "Understood, thank you, Grandma."

Olive took a sip of water, then grabbed her sandwich and continued eating. She turned to Elvis and offered him a bite. He moved back, unwilling to eat it, but Olive kept bringing the sandwich closer to his face. He finally surrendered and took a bite. Olive twirled her hands happily and smiled at him.

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Mr. Henry and Maria stood by the kitchen door, smiling as they watched the scene. They had been in the Red Villa for over six years, and only recently had it begun to feel like home.

Elvis went to the study to work on some documents. When he returned to the bedroom, Olive was asleep on the table. A bright yellow lamp sat on the table beside her surgery plan for Mrs. Robert, densely filled with writing. The plan was complete.

Elvis walked over to her. She had showered, and her beautiful face was visible; her eyelashes fell like butterfly wings. He felt guilty, blaming himself for working overtime, causing her to fall asleep waiting for him. He carefully lifted her, gently placed her on the large, soft bed, and covered her with a blanket.

A knock came at the door, and Mrs. Samantha softly said, "Elvis, is Olive asleep?"

Elvis nodded unhappily, clearly disliking the old lady's presence. "Grandma, it's late. Go and rest," he muttered.

The old lady walked to his side and looked at him lovingly. "Elvis, Olive is a good girl. I can see she loves you very much. Do you feel her love for you?"

Marvin had said the same thing in the hallway. "Elvis, Olive loves you deeply. She told the whole world she loves you. She always wants to give you a sense of security, that's why she uses every opportunity to remind you of her love. So please, Elvis, no matter what happens in the future, don't let go of Olive's hand. Do you understand?" Mrs. Samantha pleaded with doting eyes.

Elvis looked at Olive on the bed, then nodded. "Yes, Grandma, I understand. Even if I wanted to let go of her, I really can't because she's my antidote."

Elvis had always been sick, but since Olive appeared, she had become his medicine, making it difficult for him to survive without her. No matter how painful the future might be, Elvis vowed to hold on tightly to Olive.

When Olive woke, she saw Elvis's portion of the surgery plan. On the last page was a note: "Good morning, Mrs. Augustine." She smiled as she read it.

Olive got up, showered, and quickly ate breakfast before leaving for the Ivory Council.

Chapter 189: She Is His Only Medicine

Upon arrival, all eyes were on her. She was no longer the "bastard from the suburbs"—she was a talented medical prodigy with a double postdoctoral degree at thirteen. Olive held her white coat, gazing at the crowd.

Dean Sebastian and Marvin approached. Dean Sebastian said to Olive and Marvin, "Marvin, Olive, Mrs. Robert is now in your care. We await the good news."

Olive noticed the hesitant students eager to offer support. With bright eyes, she took the initiative. "Hey, what are you all doing there? Come over quickly."

The students rushed forward, shaking her hand one after another. "Olive, you have our prayers and support."

"If the surgery is successful, the Dean will treat us to dinner tonight. Olive, Academician Marvin, we really hope you two will help us fulfill our dream."

Director Hudson approached, looking at Olive with admiration. "Olive, I heard you pleaded on my behalf with the Dean. Thank you. Wishing you the best of luck with the surgery!"

The passage has been cleaned up for grammar, punctuation, and clarity. Unnecessary repetition and some awkward phrasing have been removed or improved. The star (*) was assumed to be a typo and was corrected.