Chapter 87

As soon as Leon stepped out of the conference room, he took a deep breath, calmed himself down a little, and answered the phone. "Hello. Am I speaking to Mister Leon Wolf? This is Bernard Wick speaking. I wonder if you still remember me?" The first thing Leon heard was a burst of hearty laughter from old Bernard. "Ah, it's you, Elder Wick. Is there anything I can help you with?" Leon immediately recalled that Bernard was the old man he treated in the park the previous morning. "You see, I don't know how to repay you for saving my life, so I was thinking about treating you to a meal as a token of my gratitude. When will it be convenient for you?" Bernard asked with a smile. "It's fine, Elder Wick. I only did it because I was there. You don't need to be so courteous," Leon said immediately. "That won't do! You've already refused to accept my payment for your treatment. I won't feel at ease if I don't treat you to a meal at least," Bernard insisted and his tone sounded sincere. Sin