Chapter 571

Alfred did not ask Jude about this because he was worried that Jude might sugarcoat the truth to comfort him. Asher glanced uncomfortably at Jude and hesitated to speak. "It's alright. Tell me the truth—I'm prepared for it." Alfred remained calm and composed in contrast to Jude's grave expression. "Dad..." Jude sighed, stepping in before Asher could respond. He explained, "Dr. Smith says the surgery has a thirty percent success rate. Without surgery, you'd only have about six months under conservation treatment..." Alfred paused for a moment, then collected himself and shook his head. "In that case, I won't put myself through surgery and suffer!" "Grandpa Alfred!" Asher exclaimed anxiously. He struggled to find words of comfort for the man he deeply respected. However, it was clearly an impossible choice. "That's enough. Asher, thank you for bringing Mr. Smith here. Jude, please write a check for one million dollars as their consultation fee." Though he had decided against