Resurrecting the Genius Within

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.

forward. “What’s the update?”

head solemnly at his brother. “Surgery is imperative, but the odds are dismal at less than four

Arlo directed his gaze towards Isabelle, who arrived alongside George, wearing a look

in acknowledgement to him, offering a greeting, “You’re also here.”

record book from the attending doctor’s hand to

if to take the medical record book back, but was stopped by Arlo. “Let her see

here

son, saying, “I don’t want your dad to

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tightened, but he remained silent, his check muscles twitching slightly.

the medical record book, the sound of pages turning one after another echoing in his ears. She was

in this heavy and agonising atmosphere. In

teeth against the pain, his lips twitched slightly, and he opened his mouth as if

preempted him and said, “I can perform this surgery.”

their

casual manner. “Please fetch me

went unnoticed by everyone, perceived as nonsensical or inappropriate jesting.

Had Isabelle not arrived with George, they likely would have

the eldest to the youngest, maintained decorum. They refrained from engaging in arguments with the young girl, merely

on the other hand, displayed contrasting reactions.

had engaged in discussions with Isabelle regarding alternative medicine. He recognised her expertise in

taken aback upon discovering Isabelle’s proficiency in modern medicine and her ability to handle surgical tools. While he harboured some scepticism, he refrained from dismissing her remarks as nonsensical,

was poised

the first to inquire, “What’s the likelihood

brothers exchanged looks of confusion and concern

sceptical or dismissive. He didn’t doubt Isabelle

gazed at her intently, holding his breath in anticipation.