> "He who sits in vigil at His door, to him, He'll offer His own sherbet (Medicine): His devotees are different but, only with one prayer; He, whom He blesses, will prosper!"—Sheikh Nour

  The sun cast golden hues over the ancient streets of Lebanon as Gary and I navigated the bustling alleys, the scent of spices and grilled meats wafting through the air. Our journey had been arduous, but the promise of rest and sustenance beckoned.

  We found solace in a modest food shack, its wooden sign swaying gently in the breeze. The aroma of lamb and rice was irresistible. As we sat down, an elderly lady with kind eyes approached us.

  "Two bowls of rice and lamb, please," I requested.

  She nodded, disappearing into the kitchen. Moments later, she returned with steaming bowls, placing them before us.

  As we ate, she observed us closely. "I know the mission you're upon," she said softly. "And I can help you."

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  I looked up, surprised, a piece of lamb halfway to my mouth.

  "You know needle treatment?" she inquired.

  With my mouth full, I mumbled, "Yeah."

  She smiled gently. "Swallow first."

  I did as instructed.

  "There are potential unlocking needles," she explained. "When applied, they vibrate the muscles so intensely, it's equivalent to working out for 20 years."

  My eyes widened. "Wow, very cool. Can I have the treatment?"

  She nodded, leading us to a back room. Without warning, she threw 600 needles, each landing precisely on a muscle. My body began to vibrate uncontrollably, more than a PS2 controller on overdrive. The sensation was overwhelming, yet invigorating.

  As the vibrations ceased, I felt a surge of energy. My body grew taller and broader, muscles amplifying beyond recognition.

  "The height changed because I transformed you into your peak body," she explained. "Also, you would be too bulky to fight if you were still 184cm, so here's that plot convenience again."

  I thanked her, feeling rejuvenated and powerful. With Gary by my side, we continued our journey, my enhanced physique propelling us forward with unprecedented speed and strength.

  Before we knew it, we had crossed into Syria, the next chapter of our adventure awaiting.