Mr. Barnes speculated the marvelous acupuncture therapies developed by that research institute might be based on the core information of those boosting one's talent temporarily.

"I thought I was the only one who knew about those therapies!" Mr. Barnes was filled with a mix of shock, anger, and a growing sense of fear. He wondered whether he had picked a fight with the wrong person.

Mrs. Jenkins had tightened her facial expression.

Roy, on the other hand, failed to grasp the gravity of the situation and kept making snide remarks.

“I'll help you get these needles out," Maria said gently.