After the doctor left, Roy stood there sadly. Jeffery had never seen him in such a state of distress before.

"Mr. Wood." Jeffery stepped forward, but Roy suddenly turned sideways to avoid his hand.

Jeffery had been with Roy for so long, so he understood what Roy was thinking. After a pause, Jeffery said softly, "Mr. Wood, I'm going out for dinner. Please remember to call me if you need help."

Jeffery saw Roy nod and left with a big stride.

But when he reached the corner, his footsteps stopped.

He turned back somewhat uncontrollably, just in time to see the man slowly crouching down. He thought Roy had steel-like...