Chapter 411

Sarah Knight overheard the two of them talking in the living room about Grace Hill’s condition and thought they might’ve finally found a cure. But once she asked, it turned out they were just as clueless. Time wasn’t exactly pausing to give them options, either. Samuel Jenkins was a complete mess now—anxious and all over the place. Claire Ford tried calming him down. “I know time’s tight,” she said gently, “but freaking out won’t help. You gotta focus. Only then can you get the experiment right and save Grace.” Hearing that, Samuel’s nerves settled just a little. From then on, he kept drafting new prescriptions and sent Alexander Barron and Sarah out daily to collect the herbs. They always made sure to get every single ingredient as listed—no shortcuts. Watching Samuel wear himself out over the medicine, Claire could hardly hide the ache in her voice. “You’re pushing yourself way too hard,” she said. “Pace yourself—or you’re not even gonna make it to the finish line to help Grace.” Sam