Chapter 138

As Jayden berated him in public, Neil broke out in a cold sweat and lowered his head, unsure how to respond. Though he was a renowned professor and acclaimed as a master in the medical field, he was now in his fifties and faced a difficult situation. The Lynch family was under Jayden's control now, as Gerald had gone off on his own travels. Neil's defeat had tarnished the Lynch family’s reputation and marked his second loss to Cyrus. If Jayden became too angered, he could strip Neil of his professorship and even expel him from the family. At his advanced age, Neil feared losing his status and wealth, reduced to having nothing. "Yes, Jayden, it was my mistake." Neil could only concede. Neil's younger brother, Spencer Hawk, felt uneasy watching him get scolded. The two had been their master's favored disciples and were supported by the Lynch family. Thus, they were expected to serve them faithfully. While Neil excelled in pulse reading, Spencer was an expert in pharmacy. The latt