Chapter 167 I Can Perform This Surgery

Arlo became the centre of attention as everyone’s gaze shifted towards him.

Faced with the hopeful looks from the Harris family, he paused briefly before expressing, “I estimate a maximum of one month.”

Even in the event of a successful surgery and the elimination of the poison, his lifespan won’t exceed a month. Prior to his demise, he will endure considerable suffering. Bernice shook her head in despair, slumping back into her chair with trembling legs as tears streamed down her face in silence.

The doctor in charge urged, “You must decide promptly.”

All eyes turned towards Bernice. After a brief pause, she shook her head. “He has endured a year of agony

in that bed.”

Sam interjected, “Grandma?”

Is this implying surrender?

Bernice remained silent. The air was weighed down with tension, leaving everyone hesitant to act. Only Bernice, as the spouse, held the authority to decide, leaving the rest to wait for her to break the silence.

Suddenly, the sound of hurried footsteps drew near.

Before George even neared, the sombre mood hit him.

He spotted his mother seated, tears flowing quietly, her expression filled with anguish. His chest was

constricted.

“Uncle George has arrived.”

At the sight of George, the Harrises felt a surge of strength within.

“What’s

“Surgery is imperative, but the odds are dismal at less than four percent. Even if it succeeds, the poison remains, leaving just

his gaze towards Isabelle, who arrived alongside George,

to him, offering a greeting, “You’re

out and took the thick medical record book from

a noise of protest and frowned, as if to take the medical record book back, but was stopped by Arlo. “Let her see it. It’s not like

is here with

at her younger son, saying, “I don’t want your dad to suffer another torment before

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lips tightened, but he remained silent,

of pages turning one after another

agonising atmosphere. In just three or four short minutes, it

have made some significant decisions. He gritted his teeth against the pain, his lips twitched slightly, and he opened his mouth as

Isabelle preempted him and said, “I

caused everyone to turn their gaze towards her in an

manner. “Please fetch

by everyone, perceived as

with

Harrises, from the eldest to the youngest, maintained decorum. They refrained from engaging in arguments with the young girl, merely glancing at her before

the other

knowledge, Arlo had engaged in discussions with Isabelle regarding alternative medicine. He recognised her

ability to handle surgical tools. While he harboured some scepticism, he refrained from dismissing her remarks

was poised to

first to inquire, “What’s the likelihood of success?”

looks of confusion and concern

sceptical or dismissive. He didn’t doubt Isabelle or question her

he gazed at her intently, holding his

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