Surprisingly, it didn't take long for Professor Black to find the antidote for the injection. The news made Lucas and I grateful because we knew for a fact that without Professor Black's expertise, we wouldn't have been able to do it on our own. As he explained its mechanism to me, I listened carefully. "The toxin introduced into your system operates through a series of molecular triggers, essentially hijacking your neurotransmitter receptors," Professor Black said, his tone a mix of professional detachment and palpable relief. Honestly, he was speaking in such large scientific terms that it was difficult for me to understand. "Can you explain that more simply?" Lucas questioned, speaking my exact thoughts. Professor Black nodded. "Sorry, I got ahead of myself. What

