The Ex and Her Riches

Chapter 266

Chapter 266 Countdown To Death

“Boss, you’re awake!”

Upon getting a grip of himself, Nico threw himself forward to check on Cedrick’s condition. Fortunately, the latter was unharmed and wasn’t struck by any bullets.

That can only mean the virus inside him is acting up!

Nico placed his trembling hand on Cedrick’s neck to check his pulse.

Upon feeling its steady rhythm, he heaved a sigh of relief.

Thank God he’s still alive. He just lost consciousness.

After lifting Cedrick by the arm and loading him on his back, Nico calmly gave out instructions.

“Neville, Swain, retreat with me. As for the rest of you, provide cover and retreat in ten minutes. We’ll meet back in Salinsburgh two days later.”

“Got it.”

Once the orders were issued, Nico carried the unconscious Cedrick on his back and fled through the forest.

Following closely behind them, Neville and Swain stayed vigilant for any potential attacks by the enemy.

They subsequently boarded a waiting helicopter and returned to Salinsburgh after leaving the border as fast as they could.

However, Cedrick remained unconscious during the flight. His face grew increasingly pale, whereas his body felt cold to the touch.

When Nico put his hand on Cedrick’s neck again, he noticed that the latter’s pulse was growing weak while his breath began to shallow.

“Hurry up! Fly this bird as fast as you can!” Nico roared as his eyes turned bloodshot.

By then, his voice had begun to choke. “Boss, you can’t die yet! You have to hang in there. We’ll be at the lab soon. Prof. Mallory will definitely save you!”

Swain were still young, their tears fell like

rubbing his

had passed that they arrived at the lab in the middle of

to stabilize after Joshua injected a stronger dosage

began to twitch, Cedrick woke

once his vision

noticed Nico’s reddened eyes, a

with an equally grim look; the

noticeable.

“What happened?”

Cedrick sat himself up.

was the only response he received from the

condition my body is in. There’s no need to hide the truth from me. I’m ready to accept the news no matter how terrible

he spoke. “I’m sorry, Cedrick. I’ve failed you by

has begun to resist the ‘suppressant due to its overuse. You started off with an injection every seven days before requiring one every five, and then one every three now. Once your body has gotten used to it, there’s no way we can suppress the virus anymore. Moreover, the virus has begun to spread through your body. The current fainting spell and the deterioration of your fitness levels you mentioned to Nico

and lips pale, Cedrick asked, “How bad will

can identify so far. I have no idea whether your body

he continued, “Whatever it is, it

upon the room,

asked softly, “In that case, how long more do I

his palm with a reluctant

assuming

news caused Nico to clench his fists

hung low, quiet tears began to fall onto the

“All right. I understand.”

before he finally nodded his head, seemingly an acknowledgment of

leave us. I have something to discuss with

back his tears, Joshua nodded before walking out and closing

laugh. “Hey man, stop being so sad. I’m not

his arm as he walked awkwardly

I’m just ecstatic to see you finally suffer after being such a harsh leader toward me.” The words naturally amused Cedrick.

left vacant. I’ll write you a recommendation letter and

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