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Kael naturally understood that Lucas had gradually recovered after swallowing the crystal core back then.But Ben’s situation was clearly different.His brows were tightly furrowed, his tone heavy.“This is very risky. Lucas wasn’t injured this severely at the time. If Ben can’t endure it, it may have the opposite effect.”Just as he finished speaking, footsteps sounded at the cave entrance.Chief Ethan walked in.“I heard what you were saying outside.”His gaze fell on Ben lying on the stone bed, his voice low yet firm.“Let him try. He’s a warrior of the tribe. He will make it through.”He sounded certain, but the worry in his eyes could not be concealed.After all, no one could guarantee that Ben would survive.Luna had always gotten along well with Ben.During hunts, Ben always charged at the front, steady and reliable.Every time

The air inside the cave still carried traces of lingering intimacy.Lucas looked at Clar’s slightly flushed face, a hint of satisfaction flickering in his eyes.He suddenly leaned closer, his breath brushing past her ear.His lips lightly grazed her earlobe, warm breath falling slowly against her skin.“Female…”His voice was low and husky.“I still want… to be pampered by you again.”The air seemed to grow thick.And just at that momentA sudden, violent cough shattered everything.The intimacy broke instantly.Clar’s expression changed.“It’s Ben!”She didn’t even have time to think. She pushed Lucas aside and rushed toward the stone bed.On the bedBen’s breathing was chaotic, his chest rising and falling sharply.Clar’s heart tightened.“What’s wrong with him?&rdquo

Luna’s fingers moved,beast claws appeared instantly.The claws slashed down.In just a few strokes,the five pieces of cured meat,were already sliced into neat, even pieces.A whole pot.Ready to be stir-fried.Lucas stood to the side.Watching this drastic transformation.A strange tension tightened in his chest.Fire rose.Oil crackled.Sizzling.As the meat was stir-fried,a unique smoky aromainstantly filled the entire cave.Rich.Irresistible.Clar’s throat moved slightly.She swallowed unconsciously.It had been far too long since she last ate cured meat.She didn’t know…whether this flavor,could still return to the one in her memories.“Lucas, get a bowl.”The cured meat was done.Glistening with oil.The three of them sat down at the same time.Staring at that bowl of meat.As if trying to see through it.Clar moved first.She picked up a slice.Put it into her mouth.The next instant,her whole body froze slightly.That familiar taste.Like a hand suddenly pulling her back to the past.Her grandparents

Because Ben was standing close, he overheard part of the conversation. His palms kept sweating, nerves tightening little by little, yet Clar’s answer still chilled his heart. “Alright. This is called chopsticks. I’ll teach you.” Clar only wanted to finish the meal peacefully, never expecting this rabbit to be so curious. By the end of the meal, Ben’s affection for her had risen again—but at the same time, he clearly realized there was no longer any place left for him in her heart.After sending Ben off, Clar immediately turned her attention to the stone bed. She wanted to remodel it. When Mae heard that she was making something new again, she shamelessly refused to leave and stayed inside the cave. Clar began recalling what her roommate once described: in European homes, fireplaces and heated platforms were commonly used. The bed structure contained hollow heat-conducti

Clar hadn’t expected Lucas to be this shameless, but she was certain this time—she was going to win. “Fine,” she lifted her chin slightly, a hint of smugness in her tone, “if you lose, you’re not allowed to sleep with me for the entire week.” Lucas paused. No matter how he calculated it, this bet wasn’t in his favor. Lose, and he’d have to endure a whole week. Win, and he’d only get one night. He clicked his tongue, the corner of his lips curling with dissatisfaction. “Mate, that’s not fair.”