Too Late, Mr. Billionaire: You Can't Afford Me by Thedora Birnir

Chapter 1417:

Back then, when Eric’s identity was confirmed by the Scott family, the others—Ferris’ sons and grandsons—had started scheming to keep him out. They didn’t want him back.

Despite Ferris’ precautions, his eldest son had exploited a loophole—and Eric paid the price.

Ferris had dealt with it swiftly, sending his eldest son abroad in disgrace.

But he believed Eric had recovered after that surgery.

He hadn’t expected this… a lingering effect?

The realization hit hard. His face went pale.

Then he turned to Hadley, a note of accusation in his voice. “Didn’t he go for follow-up scans?”

“He did,” the chief answered before she could. “Mr. Scott had consistent check-ups.”

this bad?” Ferris’ voice

chief said calmly. “At the time, everything looked normal. But within a month, complications can arise.

slammed the table, his voice sharp. “I’m asking— is my son

nothing, holding her breath

his expression grave.

mean by ‘hard to say’?” Ferris’ patience snapped. “How should it be treated? What are the chances of recovery? Speak clearly.” His eyes narrowed on the chief physician. “If you can’t treat him, what kind of

a cold sweat but

location is difficult. It’s surrounded by nerves and blood vessels, so surgery comes with significant risk.” He continued steadily, “Conservative treatment

tale finds a home at

“Which path to take, Mr.

The room went quiet.

his lips together, saying

a son he could count on to take over his empire—this was the

this fate’s way of testing the Scott