Female Novel
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 procedurenovelbin
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.