He said quietly, "Don't answer."

However, she shook her head.

"Just relax and wait for the surgery. The doctor is the best cardiac specialist in Sea City, and this surgery is a piece of cake to him. There won't be any risks. Don't frighten yourself," Gale said.

"Any surgery carries risks. It's never completely safe."

"It's just placing a stent."

Matthew sighed. "I'm already old... When I was young, I drank and stayed up late to socialize. My body has long deteriorated. With my poor health,