Chapter 118

"I see," Dustin nodded. He recalled something and asked, "Following what you said, between you and Edwin, whoever first creates Eternumax would dominate the Swinton market?"

"You could say that," Natasha confirmed.

"However," she continued, "my researchers' documents were stolen. We have to start over. It would be too difficult."

"Humph! That Hummer is too despicable! Him and his dirty tricks!" Ruth exclaimed indignantly.

"What kind of medicine is Eternumax?" Dustin asked again.

"Eternumax is a medicine that not only increases lifespan but also retains beauty," Natasha explained. "It was said to be derived from an ancient antidote recipe. However, because the recipe was crafted so long ago, half of it was lost. We could only keep researching to restore the full recipe."

"An ancient antidote recipe?" Dustin murmured.

"If I'm following correctly," Dustin said, rubbing his chin, "I do know of a secret medicine with a similar effect to Eternumax."

"Oh? And what medicine is that?" Natasha's eyes sparkled with interest.

"This medicine is called Immortunol," Dustin said with a faint smile. "I read about it in a medical book archive. It also increases lifespan and retains beauty. Its effects should be on par with Eternumax."

The archives he read contained all sorts of valuable antidotes lost to time. Whatever was listed there was definitely no ordinary medicine.

"Hah! I don't believe you for a second! Eternumax is a secret ancient recipe. How could this 'Immortunol' even compare to it? I've never even heard of such a thing!" Ruth scoffed.

"Just because you never heard of it doesn't mean it doesn't exist," Dustin suggested. "There could even be a surprise discovery."

"No matter if it works, we should give it a try," Natasha offered without hesitation. "Let me know what ingredients you need. I'll prepare them right away." They were in a bind; there was no other way.

"Rue, bring me a pen and paper," Dustin turned and commanded.

"Hey! I told you a thousand times already! My name is Ruth! Ruth!" Ruth clenched her teeth, giving Dustin a kick before bringing him the pen and paper.

After a few quick scribbles, Dustin finished writing Immortunol's recipe. Natasha scanned the list and nodded. "These ingredients are quite common and easy to find. The only tricky ingredient would be Luminianth Root."

"Sis, there are a few sellers in the medicine market. Perhaps we could find some there," Ruth suggested.

"Yeah. Bring Dustin along to check it out. I still have some stuff to do," Natasha replied.

"Alright…" Ruth pouted, but agreed. Her sister had a lot to do, and she knew she had to help.

After setting their destination, Ruth drove Dustin to the market. A Mercedes-Benz parked in front of a shop named Emporium. Dahlia and the others stepped out of the car, which stopped abruptly. Besides Florence and James, there was also a pretty, well-dressed lady. This woman was Florence's niece, Julie Amberson.

"Julie, didn't you say you wanted to get a present? Why are we at a place like this?" Florence asked, confused.

"Aunt Florence," Julie whispered, "I just got news that this shop has a very rare ingredient called Luminianth Root!"

"Luminianth Root? What's it for?" Florence's curiosity was piqued.

"It's great as a gift, of course! Tomorrow is the Hummers' birthday party. I'm planning to gift this to Miss Hummer!"

"Why are you gifting this instead of gems or jewelry like everyone else?" Florence questioned.