Since things had gotten to this point, Thompson thought he might as well tell Lily the truth. After taking another mouthful of food, he began to open up. "I'm the one who proposed this experiment. I'm sure you know this too," he said as he solemnly put down his silverware.
Lily nodded, gesturing to him to continue.
"Initially, it was just an idea and a rough plan. I've grown accustomed to seeing various patients my age, and death wasn't uncommon. Dying isn't the worst part. What's terrible is the torment of the illnesses. Some can't take typical medication while the pain of surgery is too much.
“There's also the slow process of home remedies that may or may not work. Some children struggle to take pills and elderly who can't move…" Thompson sighed while Lily remained quiet.
What he said had moved her. After all, dying from illnesses is a terrifying form of death.
"Then I thought my idea could treat people’s illnesses and sustain them in the long run if they could integrate medicinal herbs into their daily lives and take advantage of the medicinal properties subconsciously.”
Although it started as just a random idea, seeing how it might come into reality still excited him. Not only would it be honorable for him, but it would also be a monumental moment in the history of medicinal herbs.
Even after all this, Lily remained silent. That was the selling point for her back then. She thought it was a meaningful project and decided to join. She knew all this, but this was not what she was asking about.
Thompson glanced at her and seemed to realize that she was not interested in what he had just said. He cleared his throat and spoke again, "Well, other like-minded people are very interested in my idea and think it seems feasible.
“It is their support that made me start this experiment. Of course, La Beaute Group’s investment plays a big role. Also, they kickstarted this whole project."
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