Chapter 196: The Comatose Critically Ill Patient

The Christmas gathering seemed to have fulfilled the final wish of Lady He Ben.

As soon as the New Year of '93 ended, Lady He Ben's condition took a sharp turn for the worse!

Lady He Ben, undergoing chemotherapy at a Swiss hospital, collapsed due to severe side effects and was sent directly to a hospital ward.

By the bedside, watching Lady He Ben lie in a coma, all vital signs hovered in the danger zone. Although they had not worsened further, the dire state was visible to the naked eye.

The doctor had just explained the possible emergency measures, all of which were somewhat brutal invasive treatments.

Robert asked worriedly, "Doctor, is such treatment absolutely necessary?"

The doctor replied, "Actually, we are now gambling on whether Lady He Ben can pull through and naturally recover her original health. But honestly, given the lady's age and her original physical condition, the chance of self-recovery is not great.

"Therefore, using instruments to maintain her life state is the most appropriate method. But based on my experience, once these instruments are attached, there is a high probability she will never recover her original health state."

A doctor who has seen enough patients can certainly judge whether a patient still has hope for a cure.

However, whether there is a medical necessity to rescue and the family's wishes do not always align. A doctor certainly cannot make a unilateral decision on a patient's life and death. Perhaps a miracle that everyone hopes for will occur.

"Henry." Helpless, Robert looked at the comrade who had been accompanying him to care for Lady He Ben during this time.

Henry shook his head and said, "I have already notified the boss's two children; they are on their way here. Legally speaking, neither of us has the authority to decide anything."

Turning to the doctor, Henry continued, "So please, doctor, do your best to maintain Lady He Ben's life state. The question of whether to use machines to sustain life must wait for the lady's two children to decide."

"I understand." Immediately, the doctor issued a series of instructions, and the nurses quickly sprang into action.

At this time, is there any point in sending her back to the US? Henry wondered suspiciously in his heart.

Although Xiao En and Luca lived in different places, they arrived at the hospital at roughly the same time. Upon arrival, Henry gave them the first-hand information.

This was the method everyone had grown accustomed to since Henry became an assistant. Anyway, Henry would give a general overview first; if there were parts that were unclear, they would ask the person directly.

"Regardless, whatever method is used, we should do our best to save mother's life."

"I think we should give mother a dignified departure, rather than letting her lie there with tubes stuffed all over her body, maintaining a heartbeat while unconscious."

The two Young Masters, Xiao En and Luca, expressed different views. Unfortunately, neither could convince the other. Robert and Henry could only stand by as spectators to prevent the brothers from fighting.

"Robert, what do you think?" Luca asked.

Suddenly called upon, Robert's expression stiffened. His original intention was not to intervene in this brotherly dispute. But being suddenly called out and stared at by the two brothers, it seemed he had no choice but to speak.

Luca pressed further, saying, "In these past ten-plus years, you have spent more time by her side than we have. If mother were awake, what do you think she would do?"

Having no choice but to answer, Robert said, "Luca, I think your mother's opinion would be the same as yours: let her pass away with dignity. Rather than turning herself into some kind of medical cyborg, dragging on in a state between life and death."

Xiao En immediately cursed, "What kind of bullshit opinion is that! Only by being alive is there a chance. If we give up now, even if there is a possibility of recovery in the future, once life is lost, every chance becomes zero.

"And what status do you have, Robert? I do not agree with such a thought. Henry, what do you say?"

Damn it! Brother, you are clearly forcing me to state my support for your position.

Robert spoke as if he despised the other for having no right to say such things; if I speak, does it count?

Not wanting to follow the thoughts of this Young Master with an unclear mind, Henry said, "Actually, why don't we just ask Lady He Ben's own opinion?"

The moment the words left his mouth, Henry received disdainful glances from everyone present. Xiao En said even more displeasedly, "Audrey is in a coma; no one knows what she is thinking. Otherwise, would we still need to ask you?"

Henry said in a low voice, "This world has mutants. Among mutants, some have telepathic abilities. Although the lady cannot speak, her consciousness surely hasn't died along with her body."

Xiao En frowned and asked, "If you have this method, why didn't you use it earlier?"

"The results brought by a mutant's ability do not have legal validity; that is, they cannot serve as a basis for a doctor's judgment. Only the two of you have the power to make decisions on behalf of the lady. And whether you are willing to believe in a mutant's ability is also an issue."

Luca frowned and asked, "So are you a mutant? Do you have such an ability?"

Henry shook his head and denied, "No, I am not. Of course, I do not have telepathic abilities either, but I can find someone to help. It depends on whether you need it." The truth. I am an alien, and I indeed do not have telepathy.

After the two brothers exchanged a glance, Xiao En nodded and said, "Henry, then we entrust this to you. How long will it take for the friend you find to arrive?"

"I will contact them first. I don't know how long it will take for them to rush over; I will try my best to ask them."

"Thank you for your trouble."

Henry left the ward and found a public phone capable of making international calls.

Who else could be found in this situation? Of course, those suckers from the X-Men. It doesn't necessarily have to trouble Professor X to come personally; in fact, it would be best if that bald guy didn't come. Anyway, there are so many mind-readers among the mutants; just bring any one over and the problem will be solved.

It's just that since the Dark Phoenix incident half a year ago, there has been no contact with the X-Men. To be honest, the original contact was initiated by them coming to find us, not by Henry actively reaching out to build rapport.

Now, going to ask for their help—will the X-Men be willing to step in? Henry felt unsure in his heart, but he still made the call.

With an anxious heart, the phone was answered. A sweet female voice on the other end said, "This is the Xavier School for Gifted Youngsters. How may I help you?"

Hmm? Did the school change its name? Did something happen to the X-Men?

Although there were some questions in his heart, none were important. Henry said, "This is Henry Brown. Please find any member of the X-Men. Oh, preferably Hank McCoy. Is he there?"

The rugged-looking, honest Beast is easy to bully... ah no, easy to persuade. I am a kind salty fish; how could I go around bullying people?

(End of Chapter)