The Understated Dragon Lord novel Chapter 493

Avery didn't agree immediately. Marrying off her daughter to a country boy like Daniel seemed like a complete waste. Even if Daniel managed to save the patient, she had no intentions of letting him get away with it so easily. She would certainly present new challenges for him.

Seizing the opportunity presented by Avery's softened stance, Daniel quickly ordered Pork, "Uncle, Mom has agreed to let me try and save Grandpa. So, from now on, you'll do as I say."

"Why would I listen to you, country boy?" Pork retorted.

"Mom, Uncle won't listen to me. You need to exert your authority and keep him in line! I trust that your commanding presence will certainly do the trick!"

Although Avery knew Daniel was scheming to tease Pork, her curiosity got the better of her. She wanted to see what mischief the country boy was up to. Most importantly, some instinct told Avery that Daniel genuinely had the ability to save the patient. Her father was the pillar of The Matthews family; if he were gone, the family would crumble. She had to grasp at any chance for hope.

Seeing this as a perfect opportunity to put Pork's arrogance in check, Avery made up her mind. She sternly instructed Pork, "To save Grandpa, we have to take a chance and trust this country boy for once. So whatever he tells you to do, you'll do it."

"Pork, you may feel hard done by but indulge him. If he can't save Grandpa after your cooperation, I assure you, I'll help you make him pay. He'll suffer just as he made you suffer."

"Pork, you might heed my words, but this country boy might not."

"He will!"

After grabbing the hanger and giving Daniel a swift strike, she added, "Ah!"

Daniel yelped out in pain once more.

"Mom, why did you hit me again?"

"That's what you get! If you bully Pork again, I'll beat your backside till it blooms!"