Adrain's POVI woke up, squinting my eyes. The scent of herbs filled the room. My body felt heavy, but I wasn't in pain. My vision cleared slowly, and the first thing I saw was Elysia.She was curled up beside my bed, fast asleep on a small stool. Her arms were crossed over the edge of the mattress and her head resting on them.“Elysia,” I whispered.She stirred and opened her eyes, startled at first. Then her face softened as she saw me awake.“You’re awake,” she said with a wide smile.“Yeah,” I said, my voice rough. “How long was I out?”“Not for too long,” she said gently. “The poison was spreading fast, but… the herbs helped.”I tried to sit up. “You made them? I know you did.”She nodded. “Of course. I wasn’t going to let you go down that easily, Alpha.”I smiled. “You saved me.”She handed me a cup of steaming liquid. “Drink this. It’ll help with your strength.”I took it, my fingers brushing hers. “Thank you,” I said sincerely before taking a sip. It was bitter, but I didn’t
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