Illya passed the file to April, who began skimming it. Mark shifted position to read over her shoulder.

"So, since you've run into this particular species of THRUSH bird before, how about a rundown?"

Illya requested a glass of water, then began to answer Mark's question.

"Dr Egret - or whatever her name may truly be as she seems to love disguises - was involved with a project to develop a serum that caused rapid healing. Unfortunately, the last version of that not only sped up healing, but all other body processes as well. They became withered husks and perished."