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A few days later, Eleanor's surgery was scheduled, and one of the world's top cardiac surgeons was invited.

Samuel told Isabella, "For this type of surgery, the general success rate domestically is around 80%. However, Professor Mason is my mentor, and his cardiac repair surgery is top-notch internationally, with no failed cases. You're very lucky; he happens to be in Ithaca town for an exchange, and only after numerous requests did he agree to perform the surgery for your mother."

"Samuel, thank you, really thank you so much," Isabella said excitedly, grabbing his hand.

However, Samuel seemed to have touched an electric switch and immediately withdrew his hand.

He and Andrew had known each other since childhood. Although Andrew was sometimes mysterious, Samuel understood him somewhat. Andrew was extremely protective, and if he found out that Samuel had touched his woman's hand, he might just cut off his claws.

"Well, as a doctor, no need to thank me. Go back and take care of the pati