Chapter 63: catastrophe

Marie's eyes brightened with a glimmer of resolve as John related the discussion with Senator Thompson. Together, they took a shower, changed into their interview attire (which to John was still a little strange), and quickly had breakfast before leaving. The sterile surroundings of MemoryTech stood in sharp contrast to Senator Thompson's office. Books crowded the shelves, and the walls were covered in cozy paintings. The Senator extended a cordial handshake to them, a man with a charming face and sparkling eyes. "John, Marie," he uttered, his tone displaying sincere curiosity. "Thank you for coming in. Your story has been an inspiration." The dialogue proceeded smoothly. Based on their own experiences, John and Marie strongly advocated for more stringent laws, impartial oversight, and informed consent for memory research initiatives. Senator Thompson asked intelligent questions while paying close attention and taking notes. The Senator said, "It's evident you're both deeply