Deirdre couldn't hide her astonishment—Emily really had done something to Brendan! At the same time, she was pleasantly surprised. As long as Brendan had no physical problems, he could still be saved, right?

But soon, her little joy disappeared because she clearly felt Sterling's discomfort. His tense body was not relaxed at all, and he had a struggling and hesitant expression on his face.

Deirdre pursed her lips and said cautiously, "Sterry, what's the situation now? What did Emily do to keep Brendan awake all night?"

Sterling raised his head, unable to hide the regret on his face. "This is my fault."

Deirdre was taken aback, and Sterling continued. "I'm a member of the research institute. For some time, I've been working on a drug that helps insomniacs improve their sleep. The project is named i240. This medicine can be like incense. Ignite it and let the smell volatilize in the air. If you inhale it, you can't help but want to sleep. It stands to reason that this result should h