But that was impossible. Without hypnosis, one year was already the shortest possible timeframe. Even then, it only delayed the progression of Thomas's condition, postponing the next relapse—it could not cure him.Lorna let out a low sigh. "Huh… I guess heaven is fair, after all. No one's perfect."Carmen's brows knitted slightly, a shadow of worry crossing her expression. "This is Thomas's only flaw… and it's a deadly one."Lorna picked up on her concern. "That serious? Even if he relapses, with his skills, it wouldn't be easy for anyone to actually harm him, right?"Carmen said calmly, "Lorna, there are more ways to hurt someone than just with weapons. You can kill without bloodshed, imperceptibly. He used to have no obvious weaknesses—but now, it's different. Sharon is both his armor and his Achilles' heel."On the ride back, Wendy noticed Sharon staring silently out the window, her mood muted. Even after securing such a massive project, there was no trace of joy on her face.
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