Chapter 563: Reward

Inside the room, Jessie Ryder was awake, just as expected. Her color still had not fully returned, though. "Jessie, you're finally awake." Nash Johnston strode to her bedside and clasped her hand. Her fingers were a little cold. After a beat, she asked softly, "Did the poison flare up again?" "It did. Why didn't you take the elixir I gave you?" Nash asked. Jessie let out a quiet sigh. "I'm sorry. I forgot." "You can't forget again." Nash's grip tightened slightly, as if he could will warmth...