Chapter 36: Peyton's Treatment

Peyton gently patted Creed's hand and said reassuringly, "Mr. Creed, there's no need to be so formal with me. With the relationship we have, I'd treat you for free." As he spoke, Peyton placed three fingers on Creed's wrist and began to check his pulse. After a moment, he withdrew his hand, narrowed his eyes slightly, and thoughtfully stroked his beard. Luciano, watching anxiously, asked, "Dr. Sherman, how's my dad doing?" Peyton replied, "Mr. Creed has suffered from years of overwork. The strain...