Chapter 1723: Unlocking The Device

Chapter 1723: Unlocking the Device

Finally finding an opportunity to take Alisha out and away from Athena's

sight, Luther wouldn't miss the chance.

Dr. Jones, an experienced professional doctor of older age, had seen

countless cases and had a wealth of knowledge. But even she had

never heard of implanting a micro-explosive device near the heart of a

child. It took an extremely ruthless person to target a child like that.

She immediately nodded and discreetly brought the mobile CT machine

over.

Jacob, who was observing from outside, saw the examination taking

place inside. He became cautious and was about to pick up the phone

to inform Athena.

However, Jamie stood beside him and said, "Don't be surprised. It's

only logical to perform a CT scan for pneumonia. I had thought we

should have done a CT evaluation of her lung recovery while she was

receiving treatment at home."

Jacob found the explanation reasonable and no longer felt alarmed or

concerned.

Inside the sterile ward, Dr. Jones used the most advanced multi-slice

spiral thin-layer CT machine to clearly capture cross-sections of the

thoracic cavity. After taking images from multiple angles, she pushed

the machine away.

Then she opened her linked computer and carefully analyzed the

images one by one.

Luther stood by Alisha's side, tightly holding her hand.

If possible, he really wanted to remove the explosive device from

Alisha's body right now.

In fact, he wanted to subdue the people outside as well. It wouldn't be

difficult for him.

It was just that Athena probably anticipated this, and if she could make

Alisha come out, he worried that Athena, the wicked woman, still had a

backup plan. He had to eliminate all possibilities.

"What's the situation?" After a moment of waiting, Luther asked Dr.

Jones.

Dr. Jones responded, "Firstly, it will take at least twenty minutes for the

anesthesia to take effect. Removing the detonator isn't difficult.

Although it's close to the arterial blood vessels and poses a risk, as

long as the surgeon is skilled, they can avoid it within a controllable

range. However..."

She paused.

Luther nervously waited for her next words.

"However, what?"

"I believe this isn't an ordinary detonator.” Dr. Jones pointed at the

screen. "Mr. Warner, take a look here.”

Luther stepped forward and saw a circular device on the black and

white CT image. It seemed to have a tube extending from it.

"What is this?" he asked.

Dr. Jones said, "Mr. Warner, I had the privilege of working in a military

hospital for ten years. I suspect this is a section of a conduit. Let me put

it this way, it's like a key. We need to open the conduit first before we

can remove the detonator. If we try to remove the detonator without the

key, the only consequence will be an explosion.”

"What!" Luther was shocked. "So I need to acquire the unlock device

that can open the conduit first.”

"Yes. That's what I suspect. If we forcefully remove it, I can't imagine

the consequences,” Dr. Jones shook her head. "Mr. Warner, this is

beyond my capabilities. I'm sorry, I can't do it."

Luther understood. "I understand. Don't blame yourself. You've already

been very helpful.”

"Mr. Warner, there's something I don't know if I should say or not," Dr.

Jones hesitated, then asked.

“It's fine, go ahead.”

Luther continued to stare at the CT image. Although he couldn't

interpret the image himself, he could still see the general outline.

Athena really wasn't an ordinary person; she had done something

extremely vicious. Compared to Athena, Charlotte's methods were

insignificant.

Dr. Jones looked up at Luther. "I heard that your Mrs. Warner is the

current young marshal of the warlords. If Alisha is the marshal's own

flesh and blood, Mr. Warner, you can surely find a way together with the

marshal. The methods used by the military hospital's personnel to

remove explosive devices are definitely more sophisticated than those

of ordinary doctors. Unless, this child isn't..."

"Of course she is mine and hers.” Luther knew that his recent scandals

would cause misunderstandings, and he didn't want to hide anything

from Dr. Jones. "It's just not suitable for her to know at the moment. I'll

handle it according to the situation.”

However, he had always been worried. If Joyce intervened and offered

help, it would only further enrage Athena. If Athena felt that he and

Joyce were always on the same side.

Then this madwoman might just ignite the explosive.

He couldn't take the risk.

He couldn't treat Athena as a normal person.

Luther sighed. It seemed like Athena had him pinned down at his weak

spot. What should he do to break free from this deadlock and save

Alisha?

"Dr. Jones, twenty minutes for anesthesiatime is too long. And that's not

even considering the time for the surgery itself. We can disregard the

time for suturing. Overall, it's difficult for me to distract their attention for

more than half an hour," Luther said.

Dr. Jones pondered for a moment. She glanced at the black-clad

individuals outside the door, as if she understood something.

She nodded. "Mr. Warner, I have a plan in mind. It might be helpful for

you to listen to it.”

Luther's spirits lifted. "Please, go on."

Dr. Jones said, "I've heard of a new anesthesia technique called

Mufron. It only takes one minute from injection to being able to proceed

with the surgery smoothly. It's still in the experimental stage, and

whether it's suitable for children or not, you'll need to find out.”

Luther's eyes brightened. "One minute?"

If that were the case, the chances of success would be much higher.

“Yes. And if you can find a highly skilled cardiovascular surgeon, they

can unlock the detonator first. A surgeon with fast hands can directly

remove the detonator within five minutes. Then, they can place the

detonator in a sealed explosion container. The method I just mentioned,

with the anesthetist and surgeon cooperating, practicing and testing

repeatedly, it should be possible to complete the procedure within five

minutes," Dr. Jones explained carefully.

All of this was based on her experience working as a military doctor.

After listening to Dr. Jones, Luther's eyes lit up.

Five minutes, just five minutes. The chances of success would greatly

increase. So, for now, the first step was to find the device that could

unlock the detonator. The second step was finding the anesthesia

method, and the third step was to have the anesthetist and surgeon

practice and coordinate repeatedly, ready to act at any moment.

Once he had a clear direction in his mind, the curve of his lips relaxed,

as if the clouds had parted and he finally saw a ray of sunshine.

He brushed away the cloud that was the divorce agreement he had

been forced to sign earlier.

If the final outcome was good, a temporary sacrifice was worth it.

Athena held the divorce agreement with his signature, and she would

surely go to Joyce.

The agreement would only take effect if Joyce also signed it.

It seemed that Athena would soon reveal herself to Joyce.

Luther stood with a furrowed brow. Now, he could only rely on Joyce.

She had to believe in him and hold on.