Chapter 64 Ulterior Motives

Quinn clutched her cheek and stared at Madeline with disbelief. "How dare you hit me?" she asked. "If you say another word of nonsense and keep me from saving Grandpa, it won't be just a slap next time," Madeline said. Her tone was icy as she continued, "Grandpa will be fine, but if you keep stopping me and delaying the surgery, do you think you can take responsibility for the consequences?" Her gaze was razor sharp, and she radiated a presence so strong that it kept them at bay. At that moment, Margaret and Quinn were too stunned to react. Julian frowned and tried to speak, but Madeline's cold gaze swept across him. Whatever he meant to say was trapped in his throat. "Harry, let's go!" Madeline no longer looked at them. She turned and walked quickly toward the preparation room. Harry hurried after her, lowering his voice as they walked. "Mr. Jillard Senior has suffered a ruptured aortic dissection. The bleeding is severe. The lead surgeon says the risk is too high and he'