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Chapter 342
Chapter 342
Chapter 342
Radley was frozen.
Time couldn’t be reversed. After Freya finished speaking, she turned and headed for her car.
She tightly squeezed her palm, trying to ignore the waves of pain surging in her heart.
Before Freya drove away, she glanced at Radley standing at the entrance of the alley.
He stood there like a statue, his gaze fixed in her direction.
Freya’s heart skipped a beat, and she quickly stepped on the accelerator and drove away.
On her way back, Freya’s mind was in turmoil, so she decided to call Isabella.
The news of the drug’s approval had not been publicized yet.
While driving, Freya shared the news with Isabella.
“I plan to start preparations in the next couple of days. I’ll reach out to Dr. Griffiths and have him lead the surgery, with me assisting.”
Isabella was a bit worried. “If you’re just assisting, won’t it affect the surgery’s success rate?”
“Not at all. This surgery is not considered major. The main factor is the effectiveness of the drug.” Freya smiled and said, “I haven’t told my brother about this yet. I think you should be the one breaking the news.”
Isabella’s voice sounded muffled, probably because she was crying tears of joy. After chatting for a little more while, they hung up the phone.
Freya drove toward her home with mixed emotions. She genuinely felt happy for Braxton and Isabella, but as her thoughts turned to Radley, a heavy weight settled in her heart.
A subtle ache began to spread through her chest, making it difficult to catch her breath.
Although her heart still skipped a beat when she thought of Radley, she had been deliberately ignoring these emotions and couldn’t fathom the idea of rekindling their relationship.
Three days passed, and Freya found a free day to visit the Monaghan Residence. She chose a time when Radley wouldn’t be at home to see Daniella.
Daniella engaged Freya in conversation throughout the day, even forgoing her usual nap.
As Freya was about to leave, she informed Rosie that she had an important matter to attend to and wouldn’t be able to visit Daniella for the next two weeks. Rosie appeared somewhat hesitant at her departure.
During the remainder of her time, Freya maintained constant contact with Ethan, sharing her research findings and drug data with him.
Tihan was brimming with excitement Performing the first surgery of its kind carried immense significance for him.
On Monday.
Radley was frozen.
Time couldn’t be reversed. After Freya finished speaking, she turned and headed for her car.
She tightly squeezed her palm, trying to ignore the waves of pain surging in her heart.
Before Freya drove away, she glanced at Radley standing at the entrance of the alley.
He stood there like a statue, his gaze fixed in her direction.
Freya’s heart skipped a beat, and she quickly stepped on the accelerator and drove away.
On her way back, Freya’s mind was in turmoil, so she decided to call Isabella.
The news of the drug’s approval had not been publicized yet.
While driving, Freya shared the news with Isabella.
“I plan to start preparations in the next couple of days. I’ll reach out to Dr. Griffiths and have him lead the surgery, with me assisting.”
Isabella was a bit worried. “If you’re just assisting, won’t it affect the surgery’s success rate?”
“Not at all. This surgery is not considered major. The main factor is the effectiveness of the drug.” Freya smiled and said, “I haven’t told my brother about this yet. I think you should be the one breaking the news.”
Isabella’s voice sounded muffled, probably because she was crying tears of joy. After chatting for a little more while, they hung up the phone.
Freya drove toward her home with mixed emotions. She genuinely felt happy for Braxton and Isabella, but as her thoughts turned to Radley, a heavy weight settled in her heart.
A subtle ache began to spread through her chest, making it difficult to catch her breath.
Although her heart still skipped a beat when she thought of Radley, she had been deliberately ignoring these emotions and couldn’t fathom the idea of rekindling their relationship.
Three days passed, and Freya found a free day to visit the Monaghan Residence. She chose a time when Radley wouldn’t be at home to see Daniella.
Daniella engaged Freya in conversation throughout the day, even forgoing her usual nap.
As Freya was about to leave, she informed Rosie that she had an important matter to attend to and wouldn’t be able to visit Daniella for the next two weeks. Rosie appeared somewhat hesitant at her departure.
During the remainder of her time, Freya maintained constant contact with Ethan, sharing her research findings and drug data with him.
Ethan was brimming with excitement Verforming the first surgery of its kind carried inmense significance for him.
At Galtun General Hospital, Ethan, Freya, Braxton, Isabella, and Ayden gathered in the room.
Ethan, wearing a serious expression, went over the surgical precautions.
After the surgery, you must rest and be under observation for at least two weeks.” Ethan looked at Braxton and said, “You should arrange all your work properly. You are the first case of this kind of surgery in Caltun, and there may be unforeseen risks, so you will not be allowed to be discharged early.”
Braxton nodded, his handsome face hiding an excited gleam in his eyes.
I have already arranged everything at the company. Ayden will take over for me when the time comes.”
Isabella sat beside them, feeling worried. “Dr. Griffiths, what do you mean by unforeseen risks? Can you give an example?”
Braxton held Isabella’s hand. “How can Dr. Griffiths give an example of unforeseen risks? Don’t make things difficult for him. This medicine was developed by Frey, and the surgery will be conducted by Dr. Griffiths. No matter what risks there may be, I want to give it a try!”
No matter how dire it gets, it can’t be worse than my current situation!
Freya looked at Isabella. “Isabella, don’t worry. The drug has already received approval and has undergone several rounds of testing. The risk is minimal. Dr. Griffiths is also renowned for his surgical skills. He’s just preparing you for the worst-case scenario.”
Isabella was still worried, and she anxiously held Braxton’s hand.
At the end of the meeting, the surgery time was confirmed.
“The surgery will be conducted at 8 a.m. tomorrow.”
On the way back, Ayden drove. Freya glanced at Braxton in the back seat and asked, “Brax, have you thought about how to explain your sudden half-month disappearance to Mom?”
“The Cheurdale branch has had some urgent matters recently. I will tell Mom that I’m going on a business trip for half a month. As for any unforeseen circumstances, I’ll rely on you to keep it from her.”
Freya nodded. “Alright.”
Isabella was extremely nervous. After they dropped her off at the Parker Residence, Freya received a message from her.
Frey. I’ve thought about it. I don’t want your brother to take any risks, even if it’s just a one-in-a-million chance of danger. What if we reconsider the surgery? It’s simply a matter of not having children for a lifetime, and it won’t impact our relationship!”
Freya was touched by Isabella’s message, but she knew her brother well.
Even if there’s only a fifty percent chance, Braxton would still be willing to try. No one could deprive him of his own will.
Freya handed the phone to Braxton in the back seat.
“Brax, give Isabella a call when you get back and reassure her. She’s so anxious that she might not be able to sleep tonight
Braxton read the message Isabella sent and fell into silence.
The more she is like this, the more I want her to have the best.”
They arrived at the Kaufmann Residence. Braxton reminded Ayden, “Jamie’s work has been good recently. If anything arises, you can trust him to handle it.”
Ayden nodded. “Alright, Mr. Kaufmann.”
Today’s matter involved Braxton’s privacy, so Jamie was not asked to come over.
Freya and Braxton got out of the car and returned home.
In the evening, Braxton informed Sylvia about his upcoming business trip to Cheurdale. Sylvia frowned while feeding Jovius. “Why is this so sudden? Do you have time to prepare your luggage?”
“It’s just a half-month trip. A few sets of clothes will be enough,” Braxton smiled and replied.
Sylvia nodded. “In two months, it will be your wedding with Isabella. I have discussed it with Isabella, and she wants to go to Brisvista Isle for the honeymoon. You two will be out of the country for quite some time, so it’s better to settle the company’s affairs in advance.”
Freya laughed and chimed in, “When Brax and Isabella go on their honeymoon, I’ll still be here. I’ll manage the Kaufmann Group for Brax. Let’s see who dares to cause trouble.”
“Forget it. When your brother injured his leg, you took charge for a while, and the whole company was in chaos, Sylvia reminisced, laughing.
Jovius, in Sylvia’s arms, also clapped his hands happily.
The four of them were in high spirits. However, Freya felt inexplicably nervous.
She had confidence in the drug, and she believed in Ethan’s surgical skills.
But this was her brother.
While she had reassuring words for Isabella, when it came to reassuring herself, Freya could only pray to God to protect Braxton and prevent that one-in-a-million chance from happening to him.
The next day.
It was seven o’clock in the morning.
Braxton carried his luggage and walked out of the door. Freya made up an excuse to drive him to the airport and left the house too.
After leaving the house, the car headed straight for Caltun General Hospital.
This time, Ethan had specially arranged for Braxton to stay in a former recuperation building behind the hospital, where he would be the only tient staying there.
Isabella also arrived, holding Braxton tightly. She was unwilling to let go, yet afraid to cry in front of him
Once Ethan and Freya entered the recuperation building’s operating theatre, they went to change into then surgical poems