Chapter 501

Jacob held a cotton swab to his arm where blood had been drawn while Nicole watched Chloe operate various machines. They chatted casually about old times, creating a relaxed atmosphere. Soon, a lengthy analysis report was printed out. Chloe scanned it quickly before handing it to Nicole. "You should understand what's in there. The real question is how you plan to treat it," she said, glancing between Nicole and Jacob. "If you don't act fast, the progression of this condition could be unpredictable." A chill ran down Jacob's spine. He had thought someone just wanted to cause him recurring fractures, but it seemed his life might be in danger. "That's right. This poison might seem insignificant, but it can be fatal. We're talking about a slow and painful death, where your body gradually shuts down, leaving you bedridden as your mind slowly fades away." It was a truly terrifying way to die. After reading the report, Nicole turned to see Jacob's pale face. "Don't worry, you're not go