Joseph watched the commotion below and could only shake his head and smile—speechless, but amused.He’d expected the students’ passion for learning to be high.Nova University students were understandable. After all, anyone admitted to Nova University was a top-tier academic—true prodigies.But he hadn’t expected students from other schools to barge in and listen too.After looking for a moment, Joseph reposted the announcement about his Western hospital classes onto his own page, adding the words “Confirmed.”“I personally confirm that I will be teaching at the Western hospital.”The instant the repost went out, it drew the attention of countless people.“Holy—this is Professor Wilson’s first tweet! Alive and well, Professor Wilson! Is this account actually being handled by Professor Wilson himself?”“Confirmed. It’s real—he’s really coming to teach at our Western hospital. Long-awaited at last. Professor Wilson, look here—this is the Cardiothoracic Surgery department. We’re all wait

“As for the subsidiary, I never intended to devote too much of my energy to it. But there’s no denying that its development is extremely important.”“Just as you said, Grandfather, I do need to entrust its management to someone I truly trust.”“Because I genuinely don’t have the time to oversee it myself. Once the semester begins, I’ll be taking up the position of director at the Sixth Affiliated Hospital of Nova University.”“In the period ahead, most of my attention will likely be consumed by the hospital and other responsibilities.”Joseph gave a slight nod, clearly in agreement with old Mr. Cooper.“That’s why I’m offering Fiona as an option. If you think it’s suitable, she’s more than capable—and she’s someone you can trust.”old Mr. Cooper reiterated.“Grandpa, Professor Wilson, what are you talking about?”At that moment, Fiona walked in, a faint smile playing on her lips.“Speak of the devil.”old Mr. Cooper remarked.“Nothing much, just casual conversation.”Joseph replied of

“Hahaha, excellent—truly excellent!”“There’s something familiar about the taste, though. A certain familiarity I can’t quite place.”Blake Morgan laughed heartily as he offered his assessment.“Familiar in what way?”old Mr. Cooper asked, puzzled.“It reminds me a bit of Joseph’s cooking. Not quite at his level, perhaps, but clearly from the same school.”Blake Morgan said meaningfully.At this remark, Heidi couldn’t help but glance at Joseph, her gaze carrying a hint of unspoken warmth.“Ahem… perhaps it’s because Heidi is used to eating my cooking. Over time, the dishes she makes have naturally come to resemble mine in flavor.”“I imagine it’s the same with Alice.”Joseph said, sounding slightly embarrassed.“Is that so? It seems living closely with someone does leave its mark.”Blake Morgan mused.“Well then, old Morgan, you must have had Joseph cook for you quite often.”“You’re a fortunate man—fine food, a glass of wine in hand.”“Unlike me—I’ve practically forgotten what wine e

“Professor Alvarez is indeed an admirable person. We share an office, and when I first arrived, she helped me tremendously.”Joseph nodded slightly.“That’s good to hear.”“You’re both young and exceptionally talented—you should have plenty in common.”Blake Morgan said with a smile.“It’s… not particularly remarkable.”Joseph replied noncommittally.“Well then, we’ll part ways here. To be honest, things have been quite busy lately. It’s not just your Uncle Mason—even I’ve been tied up.”As he spoke, they had already reached the gates of the Cooper family estate, where their cars were parked.“Alright, take care on your way.”Joseph waved in farewell, watching as Blake Morgan got into his car and drove off. Only then did he enter his own vehicle.As he did, Heidi crossed his mind.They had come today strictly for business, and he had barely exchanged more than a few words with her.Still, he had no intention of lingering at the Cooper residence. There would be another time to see the

“I meant to tell you today, but he was busy. Before I had the chance, he slipped away.”Heidi replied.“Come, come—tell Grandpa in detail about this bell. It belongs to you, yet you don’t remember it at all.”“And this thing—it looks like something from a temple. I had people search every temple around Nova City, but none could identify its origin. So where exactly did these bells come from?”Old Mr. Cooper was intensely curious.Heidi then explained everything to Old Mr. Cooper in detail—the origin of the bells, along with all the strange coincidences and twists of fate surrounding them.After hearing her out, Old Mr. Cooper nodded slowly in understanding.“So that’s how it is… no wonder, no wonder!”“You and Joseph are bound by fate—and yet so much of it is woven through sheer coincidence!”He couldn’t help but sigh with emotion.“That’s right.”Heidi replied calmly.“And how do you plan to tell Joseph?”Old Mr. Cooper asked, turning the small bell over in his hand.“How else? I’ll