Spoiled by Mr. Russell novel Chapter 2017

“I was taking notes,” Austin answered again patiently. He saw Dominic’s puzzled look, then fetched his notebook and showed it to him.

Dominic stretched but was too weak to hold the notebook, so Austin crouched by the bed and held the notebook for him. He said, “I’ll hold it for you.”

The older man narrowed his eyes and started to read. Austin had filled the book densely with neat handwriting. His notes were detailed, too. He included dates, wrist pulse results, analysis, pathological speculations, and thoughts about various possibilities.

He also marked personal speculations as references only.

Dominic was surprised by what his grandnephew wrote.

As he read on, Austin explained, “I took your pulse once every two hours for the past two days and then jotted down my notes. I know the pulse doesn’t change much over a short period, but I wanted to see the difference.

“After all, the virus is unlike any we’ve encountered before. Since I have nothing else to do here and can’t help much, I thought it was better to do anything I could since I might be able to notice something we might’ve missed.

“You must think it’s foolish of me,” Austin sounded helpless. He desperately wanted to do something to save his granduncle and his family, but he did not know how to eliminate the virus.

Dominic shook his head, looking somewhat pleased. “No, you did very well.”

“Huh?” Austin was surprised.

“No, no, no! I just never thought you would praise me,” Austin quickly explained. He tried to grin but could not. After all, Dominic was unwell, and the situation was still severe.

Austin had no reason to smile.

“Well, you have shown improvement.” Dominic sighed gently and softened his tone. “You used to be impulsive and impatient.”

Austin nodded. “Yes, you’re right. I reflected on what you said during this period and realized I was wrong.”

“Well, it’s a common problem among you young people.” After a pause, Dominic smiled and added, “But you also have the drive and enthusiasm of a young man. Although your methods are stupid sometimes, you’re doing a good job, okay?”