Chapter 68

"It's working, right?" I worry, edging forwards on the chair as my palms sweat a little.

The doctor immediately nods, assuring me it is. The relief I feel is instant, like a breath of fresh air after being buried alive.

"I assumed otherwise, but yes. The Elders are planning to distribute this rod for wolves that wish to stay pup-free." The doctor tells me, which doesn't come as a surprise.

I smile a little. "That's good, so everything is fine?" I double check, naturally feeling like there's something wrong every time I see a doctor.

"All good, don't worry." He assures me, patting my hand slightly in some attempt to provide comfort.

Exhaling slowly, I smile in thanks and exit his clinic. Heading out to the car waiting for me, I jump in the passenger side.

"Is everything alright? Is it working?" Hardin asks, concerned that the rod is going to infect me or something.

He never liked the idea of me having this unproven technology in my arm, but I knew the risks could be fixed with time, an