Chapter 5

Every single piece of this equipment was worth over a million dollars.

Even looking at it from a global perspective, this was the most top-tier medical equipment available.

"Family members, please step back. I'm going to examine Mr. Senna now."

Von quickly operated the various precision instruments. A few minutes later, his expression suddenly changed.

"There's no time! Prepare for surgery immediately!"

"His heart has stopped pumping blood normally, and his respiratory system is rapidly failing. We must intervene artificially right away!"

"But you need to prepare yourselves mentally. This type of surgery has a mortality rate of over 80%. Even for me, I can only improve the success rate by another 10%."

"What?"

Catherine's legs went weak, and she nearly collapsed right there.

"Why is this happening?"

In contrast, Chloe's face showed little sadness, and even revealed a hint of barely suppressed excitement.

Over these years, ever since Aria became a vegetable, she had gradually taken over most of the Senna family's affairs.

Now, nearly half the forces within the company were on her side.

If something really happened to Arthur now...

The entire Senna family would likely fall into her hands.

Thinking of this, Chloe's heart even began to race with excitement.

"Alright, everyone please wait outside. I'll do everything I can to save Mr. Senna."

"Please, Dr. Krey!"

The surgery lasted a full two hours.

Catherine and Aria remained tense the entire time.

Only Ethan stood quietly in the corner, his expression calm.

Because he knew very well.

If Arthur died during surgery, it would mean this was his fate.

But if he could hold onto that last thread of life, it meant he could still be saved.

...

Finally.

The operating room doors slowly opened.

Von walked out first.

He was covered in sweat, his face noticeably pale.

"Dr. Krey! How is he?"

Von let out a long breath, "Don't worry, I've restored his heartbeat through electric shock therapy. He's temporarily out of danger."

"That's wonderful! Thank you, Dr. Krey!"

Catherine was so moved she was nearly in tears.

But Chloe beside her was clearly disappointed.

Soon, Arthur was wheeled out by several nurses.

He had regained consciousness now. Though weak, he could at least speak normally.

"Arthur, how are you feeling?"

"Father, are you better?"

Arthur nodded slightly, then looked at Von, "Dr. Krey lives up to his reputation. Your medical skills are even more impressive than I imagined. Thank you so much for saving me."

Von smiled confidently, "Mr. Senna, rest assured, in the medical field, I have absolute confidence in my abilities. What you need to do now is return to your room and rest."

But just then.

Ethan suddenly blocked the hospital bed, "I'd advise you to push him back into the operating room. Because very soon, there will need to be a second surgery."

The air instantly went silent.

Von's face darkened on the spot. "What did you say?"

Catherine was trembling with anger, "You bastard! Arthur is clearly out of danger. Why are you still cursing him?! Is it because we don't agree to your marriage with Aria, so you're deliberately saying this? Someone like you with no ability who only spouts nonsense doesn't deserve to enter the Senna family!"

Von was completely furious too, "Kid, you've seriously tested my patience today. Within ten seconds, get out of my sight immediately. Otherwise, I'll make you understand how serious the consequences of angering me can be."

Ethan's expression remained calm, "I'm trying to save him."

Aria also gently tugged at his arm, "Stop making trouble. Let my father rest."

Arthur also roared with what strength he had, "Bastard! With Dr. Krey here, is it your turn to save me? He's a world-class doctor, and you? You're just a criminal who spent seven years in prison! You think just because you happened to wake up Aria, you're some miracle doctor? Ridiculous!"

Von waved his hand coldly, "No need to waste words with him. Security!"

Soon, several hospital security guards came running from the end of the corridor.

They were extremely respectful.

"Dr. Krey, what can we do for you?"

Von pointed at Ethan, "Throw this guy out of Braun Hospital immediately. Also, put him on the permanent blacklist. From now on, don't allow him to step foot in here again!"

"Yes!"

Several security guards immediately surrounded Ethan.

Two of them even pulled out their batons.

If Ethan dared to resist, they were ready to use force.

However, just as they were about to reach Ethan.

Arthur on the hospital bed suddenly widened his eyes!

The next second, he began gasping frantically for air.

His breathing became more and more rapid, his face quickly turning red and then purple.

As if he could suffocate at any moment!

"Save... save me..."

"I... can't breathe..."

This was Arthur's last complete sentence.

Then, his whole body began convulsing violently.

"No!"

Catherine instantly broke down, "Dr. Krey! Didn't you say Arthur was fine? Why is this happening?"

Von was completely stunned too, "Impossible... I clearly unblocked the blood vessels near his heart, and all the data was completely normal. How could it suddenly deteriorate?!"

And at this moment.

Ethan finally spoke slowly, "Because from the very beginning, your treatment approach was wrong."

Everyone looked at him at once.

Ethan's expression was indifferent.

"Arthur's problem was never his heart."

"It's the blood vessels in his brain."

"Severe blockage in the brain's blood supply, causing the nervous system to gradually stop functioning, which then affected the heart and respiratory system."

"And this kind of deep blockage can't be detected by ordinary medical equipment at all."

"So, Dr. Krey."

"You rely too much on modern instruments."

"Sometimes, what machines see isn't necessarily the truth."

Von's face instantly turned extremely ugly.

Though he didn't want to admit it.

Right now, he truly was at his wit's end.

"Dr. Krey! Please, please continue to save Arthur!" Catherine was practically begging through tears.

But after a long silence, Von finally shook his head slowly, "I've already tried every method I could. You should start preparing for the funeral."

Catherine's legs gave out, and she collapsed to the floor.

Aria's face was also deathly pale.

"Why... why did it turn out like this..."

Only Chloe stood to the side, arms crossed, a hint of barely noticeable joy flashing in her eyes.

If Arthur really died.

Then before long, the entire Senna family would completely fall under her control.

Chloe offered fake comfort, "Mother, please don't be too sad. Father's illness is just an accident. No one wanted this to happen."

But in her heart, she was almost laughing out loud.

Aria bit her lip hard.

Although Arthur was her adoptive father.

Over the years, he hadn't been completely without feelings for her.

Even when she was in a coma, he had tried to marry her off to a criminal.

But at least, he had once protected her.

Just as everyone had completely given up hope.

A cold, calm voice suddenly rang out from behind.

"I can save him."