An Existing Connection

What could be underneath the laboratory? Lucille did not know. One thing she was certain of was that it must be related to the emergence of the mutants! "Let's go!" Lucille turned to get into the car. Joseph grabbed her hand, saying, "I’ll come with you." "No need, you rest up. I’m afraid you might collapse at any moment." Lucille reached out and felt Joseph's stubble on his chin. It was quite prickly. Joseph had been awake these past few days without rest. He had expended energy and strength to climb those ninety-nine hundred and ninety-nine steps without even blinking. The usually proud man looked disheveled. He had not changed out of his clothes for several days. In such a mental state, Lucille was worried that Joseph would collapse at any moment. Joseph raised an eyebrow. "Mrs. Collins, can I take it as you worrying about me?" "Don't doubt it, I'm genuinely worried about you." Lucille gave Joseph a gentle hug. After experiencing the recent series of events, she showed her feelings