Chapter 255. I Won’t Leave You This Life

“You’re lying. Your arm is severely injured. How can it not hurt?” Estelle insisted.

“Seeing you makes the pain fade away,” Mr. Mysterious replied softly.

“Sir, please let’s go to the hospital to get your wound treated again. I’m afraid your hand might become permanently disabled,” Estelle pleaded.

“Don’t worry. I can still carry you with one hand,” he said, trying to lighten the mood.

“You…” Estelle, full of anxiety and concern, gently patted his chest in response.

Seeing her genuine worry, Mr. Mysterious’ demeanor turned serious as he spoke in a gentle tone, “Estelle, if I end up disabled, will you consider me a burden?”

Surprised by the question, Estelle asked, “Why would you think that?”

“Because I’m genuinely afraid,” he said with a bitter smile. “I’ve sacrificed everything for you, my career, identity, and wealth. Now with my arm injured, it’s uncertain if it will fully recover. I feel like I have nothing left. If you were to leave me,