Chapter 512

In the solemn atmosphere, Elliot chuckled lightly, asking, “So, how much time do I have left?”

Yosef sighed, reluctantly showing his hand.

“I’m guessing it’s less than five months?” Elliot asked.

“That’s right, assuming your body remains in good condition….”

Lionel, standing silently nearby, clenched his fists tightly. He lowered his head, fetting the tears silently stream down his face.

“Alright, I get it,” Elliot said after a long pause, seemingly accepting the doctor’s death sentence Yosef, step out for a moment. I need to discuss something with Lionel,”

Holding back tears, Yosef nodded and left, closing the door behind him.

Turning to the motionless Lionel nearby, Elliot lightly chuckled, “Hey, don’t make it so dramatic 1 haven’t kicked the bucket yet. Come over here.”

Lionel wiped away his tears and stood by Elliot’s bedside.

cry! You’re just an exploitative superior. Seeing you like this makes me happy!” Lionel retorted, his voice filled with suppressed emotion.

can rest

of the Special Investigation Department has been vacant. In the next few days, I’ll write you a letter of recommendation, putting Logan and Lance under your command.

office within a month.”

glared at Elliot in disbelief. “Mr. Jenkins, are you trying to chase me

I’m gone, it’s the best option

head. “But I don’t want to! Unless you kill me, I’m not leaving. And I doubt Logan and Lance would

the National Investigation Bureau. He’s ruthless and–believes in rooting out problems. He’ll seize the opportunity to take my position if he finds out about my

determination, refusing to budge. “If he wants to kill

Elliot was serious as he spoke to Lionel, with an unusually calm tone. “Following a reserved and aloof leader like me won’t lead to any good. Look, I myself don’t have a good ending…”

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his sentence, Lionel plopped down on his

mad at me? I was just joking earlier. Learning about your condition, I feel worse than if it were happening to me. For me, you’re

Moving

Lionel gripped the edge tightly. His eyes held a plea of helplessness as if

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