The Ex and Her Riches novel (Gwendolyn and Maverick)

Chapter 266 Countdown To Death

Chapter 266 Countdown To Death

“Boss, you’re awake!”

Upon getting a grip of himself, Nico threw himself forward to check on Cedrick’s condition. Fortunately, the latter was unharmed and wasn’t struck by any bullets.

That can only mean the virus inside him is acting up!

Nico placed his trembling hand on Cedrick’s neck to check his pulse.

Upon feeling its steady rhythm, he heaved a sigh of relief.

Thank God he’s still alive. He just lost consciousness.

After lifting Cedrick by the arm and loading him on his back, Nico calmly gave out instructions.

“Neville, Swain, retreat with me. As for the rest of you, provide cover and retreat in ten minutes. We’ll meet back in Salinsburgh two days later.”

“Got it.”

Once the orders were issued, Nico carried the unconscious Cedrick on his back and fled through the forest.

Following closely behind them, Neville and Swain stayed vigilant for any potential attacks by the enemy.

They subsequently boarded a waiting helicopter and returned to Salinsburgh after leaving the border as fast as they could.

However, Cedrick remained unconscious during the flight. His face grew increasingly pale, whereas his body felt cold to the touch.

When Nico put his hand on Cedrick’s neck again, he noticed that the latter’s pulse was growing weak while his breath began to shallow.

“Hurry up! Fly this bird as fast as you can!” Nico roared as his eyes turned bloodshot.

By then, his voice had begun to choke. “Boss, you can’t die yet! You have to hang in there. We’ll be at the lab soon. Prof. Mallory will definitely save you!”

As Neville and Swain were still young, their tears fell like raindrops against their will.

while rubbing his hands

until three hours had passed that they arrived at

Cedrick’s condition began to stabilize after Joshua injected a stronger dosage of

Cedrick woke up in a groggy

his surroundings once his vision

that he noticed Nico’s reddened eyes, a sign

an equally grim look; the tear streaks beneath

noticeable.

“What happened?”

Cedrick sat himself up.

was the only response he received from the two as a sense

is in. There’s no need to hide the truth from me. I’m ready to accept the

sorry, Cedrick. I’ve failed you by not coming up with a

now. Once your body has gotten used to it, there’s no way we can suppress the virus anymore. Moreover, the virus has begun to spread through your body. The current fainting spell and the deterioration of your fitness levels you mentioned to Nico

furrowed and lips pale, Cedrick asked, “How bad will

I have no idea whether your body will show other symptoms once the suppressant loses its effect

brimmed with sadness as he continued,

moment he finished, a long silence descended upon the room, weighing down upon the

letting out a chuckle, Cedrick asked softly, “In that case, how long more do I

she raised his palm with a reluctant look

And that’s assuming you take good care of

Nico to clench his fists till

low, quiet tears began to

“All right. I understand.”

finally nodded his head, seemingly an acknowledgment of the death sentence the

please leave us. I have

tears, Joshua nodded before walking out and closing the door behind

shifted his attention to the shocked Nico, he let out a gentle laugh. “Hey man, stop

arm as

to see you finally suffer after being such a harsh leader toward me.” The words naturally amused Cedrick. “Good. I’m glad that you don’t have a conscience.” The depressed Nico simply looked away and

write you a recommendation letter and have Neville, Swain,

the hurt in his eyes unmistakable. “Boss, are you getting rid of me?” “You

Neville shook his head vehemently. “But that isn’t what I want! There’s no way I’m leaving your “side unless you