Chapter 29

In the blink of an eye, more than ten minutes passed. Charlotte finally finished inserting all the silver needles. Just a while ago, Kayden had insisted he wasn't afraid. But now, he looked a little uneasy. Despite his fear, he didn't run away. Instead, he stayed and cared for his father. "Daddy, how are you feeling?" Kayden could imagine the pain Brian was feeling just by looking at the number of needles. Brian steadied his breath and replied calmly, "I'm fine." However, only he knew just how painful his body felt at that moment. Although he could bear it, the pain from the needles penetrating each acupuncture point was unlike anything he'd ever experienced. The ache seemed like it came from deep within his nerves. Brian felt as though his nerves were being stretched and tugged. He seemed calm on the surface, but sweat was already forming on his forehead. Charlotte knew that this process wasn't enjoyable. The parasite had been in his body for a long time and had done some