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.”

bad?” Ferris’ voice rose.

month ago,” the chief said calmly. “At the time, everything looked normal.

voice sharp. “I’m

nothing, holding her breath as she

his expression

the chances of recovery? Speak clearly.” His eyes narrowed on the chief physician. “If you can’t treat him, what kind

physician broke into a

Right now, the clot isn’t large—but the location is difficult. It’s surrounded by nerves and blood vessels, so surgery comes with significant risk.” He continued steadily, “Conservative treatment would mean using medication to stop the bleeding

a home at

path to take, Mr. Scott,

The room went quiet.

his lips together,

after finally finding a

fate’s way of testing