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.

rushed forward. “What’s the

shook his head solemnly at his brother. “Surgery is imperative, but the odds are dismal at less than four percent. Even if it succeeds, the poison remains, leaving just a month

who arrived alongside

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

record book from the attending doctor’s hand to

the medical record book back, but was stopped by Arlo. “Let her see it. It’s not like it’s a confidential

here with George.

“I don’t want your dad to

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silent, his check muscles twitching slightly.

sound of pages turning one after another

minute and each second felt infinitely slow in this heavy and agonising atmosphere. In just three or four short minutes, it felt like several centuries

seemed to have made some significant decisions. He gritted his teeth against the pain, his lips twitched slightly, and he

preempted him and said, “I can perform this

their gaze towards her in

casual manner. “Please fetch me

everyone, perceived as nonsensical or

not arrived with George,

engaging in arguments with the young girl, merely glancing at her before disregarding her

the other

with Isabelle regarding alternative medicine. He recognised her expertise in the subject, surpassing his own, albeit

proficiency in modern medicine and her ability to handle surgical tools. While he harboured some scepticism, he refrained from dismissing her remarks as nonsensical,

Arlo was poised

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

of confusion and

He didn’t doubt

her intently, holding his breath in anticipation.