Gaige was deeply concerned that his one billion EC might vanish if Eric confronted Ellise and caused her to change her mind. The transaction was still pending, and it was susceptible to cancellation if Eric's actions disturbed her.

Earning one billion EC was no easy feat. Gaige had to complete thousands of high-level missions to accumulate such a substantial sum of money. It was frustrating for him to see everyone around him creating a dramatic scene when he knew he would be fine after buying a healing potion the next day.

He mustered the energy to call out to Eric, who seemed ready to confront Ellise. Gaige wanted to prevent Eric from taking any action that might jeopardize his transaction.

"Eric, don't leave," Gaige croaked out.

Eric assured Gaige that he would be back, explaining that they were going to take him to the hospital. Gaige didn't want to let go of Eric's pinky, fearing that it might disrupt the billion-EC transaction. He refused to be put to sleep during the operatio