Chapter 142

Right then, Hayden scrutinized Wagner carefully, feeling that something was amiss. The old man came looking for him on his own accord and even offered to treat him. Now that he agreed to his treatment, Wagner didn't want any of his money. What could he be possibly after? The more Hayden thought about it, the stranger it seemed. "If so, do you have some other conditions, or perhaps to trade something of mine?" Hayden asked warily. After all, he didn't believe in free lunch! "Sir, if you have conditions for me to fulfill, just let me know, and I'll do my best to meet them," he stated once more. "I told you there's no need. This is the fate between us! Treating your condition is barely an inconvenience. What I really want is to get acquainted with you," Wagner explained with a hearty laugh. He was beginning to find Hayden rather interesting. Hayden's thoughtfulness was far beyond those of his age. It was truly amazing! However, he didn't tell Hayden the truth, that the Caldwells h