Chapter 448

To Damian's surprise, a faint sense of affection stirred in his heart the moment he saw Zelda. He had come to Maldoria to discuss a collaboration with Fitzroy Corporation, but his grandmother had insisted that he visit someone—a person she described as an old acquaintance who had once saved her life. She made it clear that he had to pay a visit. Unable to refuse Astrid's heartfelt request, Damian agreed. He had expected to meet someone in their 30s or 40s but was instead greeted by a woman in her early 20s. "Thank you," Damian said coldly as he reached out to take the glass of water and took a sip. Setting the glass down, he nudged the gift boxes forward slightly and continued, "My grandmother mentioned that you saved her life?" "I'm a doctor, so it's my duty. There's no need to thank me for it," Zelda replied in a measured tone. Damian responded with a faint hum. "My grandmother rarely praises anyone, but before I came to Maldoria, she repeatedly reminded me to express her gr