The next day, Alan woke up from his sleep feeling remarkably refreshed. The healing bread from yesterday had worked its magic throughout the night, leaving him with energy levels he hadn't experienced in months.
Noah wasn't exaggerating about these specialty foods.
He sat up in bed with ease that surprised him, his usual morning stiffness notably absent. The protein bar sat on his bedside shelf where he'd carefully placed it the evening before.
He said this was more important than the bread. Let's see what makes it so special.
Alan unwrapped the protein bar with careful attention, noting its unusual packaging. The hospital's morning coffee sat cooling beside him.
Here goes nothing.
The first bite sent shockwaves through his system that had nothing to do with caffeine. Power flooded through his muscles like liquid lightning, making every fiber feel supercharged with potential energy.
What in the world—
