What would people think if a man, practically a stranger to the family, stepped forward and offered six hundred thousand dollars for a life-saving surgery?
It wasn't just generosity.
It was absurd.
It was unheard of.
The room felt frozen in time as Ethan's words settled in.
Riley's father, Robert, stood stiff, his mouth slightly open but unable to form words.
Oliver's brows were deeply furrowed, his hands clenched into tight fists as he stared at Ethan in disbelief.
And Riley — Riley looked like she had just been hit by a tidal wave of emotions. Her lips parted, but no sound came out.
Her eyes shimmered, tears threatening to spill, her breath shaky.
Ethan gently loosened his grip on her back and stepped forward.
His expression was firm, his presence commanding as he addressed the doctor.
"I want her moved to the most advanced facility this place has to offer. She'll get the best treatment, the best care, and everything else she needs."
