A group of elderly women sat by the neighborhood entrance, chatting. Among them was Chloe, curious about the wealthy woman waiting in a car. "Who's that rich lady, and why is she here in our shabby neighborhood?" one woman asked. "Maybe she fancies one of the lads," another speculated. "But she's obviously filthy rich! How could she be interested in our young men?" a third added.

Chloe was equally puzzled. When she saw Jared, a local young man, get into the car, she was astonished. "Chloe, that's Gary's son, Jared! He's gotten himself a rich girlfriend!" exclaimed one of the women. "He's close to your daughter, Hilda. What's going on?" another asked. "Young people these days are so materialistic," a third sighed. The women gossiped while Chloe hurried home to question her daughter.

After Jared entered Josephine's car, they drove to a remote area of Horington, following Walter's directions. The undeveloped suburbs featured mostly single-story houses and bumpy roads. Over an hour later, they arrived, where Walter was waiting.

Jared was surprised to find Walter's friend in such a place. "Mr. Chance!" Walter greeted Jared politely. Beside him stood an elderly man with graying temples, but with a vastly different demeanor and attire than Walter. "This is Mr. Chance, Kieran. His medical skills are unparalleled," Walter whispered.

Kieran Snyder was stunned to see Jared. Walter's reverence, including the use of "Mr." and praise of his medical expertise, led Kieran to expect an older, distinguished expert. He was shocked by Jared's youth.

"Kieran, Kieran!" Walter called, snapping Kieran from his stupor. Kieran quickly offered a wrinkled hand. "Oh, sorry! Nice to meet you, Mr. Chance." Jared shook his hand and nodded. "Kieran's wife is inside, Mr. Chance. Please examine her."

As Walter explained his relationship with Kieran—childhood friends who both once lived in the area—he walked alongside Jared. Walter had left for school, entered politics, and lost touch with his old friends for decades. After retirement, he reconnected and offered to help Kieran relocate to the city, but Kieran preferred his simple life in the suburbs. They often shared tea, and Kieran, despite his humble existence, had never asked Walter for anything. However, a few days earlier, he had urgently requested Walter's help in finding a skilled doctor for his wife.

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