Chapter 269

Valerie felt a little awkward admitting it, but she was thinking about testing her new drug again. It was the latest product of her research, an experimental formula that could accelerate bone regeneration. The trials had already reached the human-testing phase, and so far, the data looked promising. The treatment was remarkably safe, with no serious side effects. The only downside was that the process of bone regrowth caused excruciating pain. However, the results were nothing short of extraordinary. Kate could barely contain her excitement. "If it means I can walk again," she said, "I'll take the second treatment plan." Valerie gave her a grave look. "It's going to hurt—a lot." Kate smiled faintly. "I've stared death in the face, Valerie. Pain doesn't scare me." Losing her legs had been worse than dying. Every day, she dreamed of getting her old life back. Valerie wasn't one to waste words. "Alright. Since you've made up your mind, we'll start the treatment as soon as possib