Chapter 1084
Chapter 1084:
Acutely aware of each precious second ticking away, I squared my shoulders and declared with quiet resolve, “Then let’s begin.”
Makenna’s POV:
Consciousness eluded me despite my mental preparation as I succumbed to the darkness, my body surrendering to excessive loss.
Time stretched into an unknowable void before my heavy eyelids finally surrendered to wakefulness.
Darkness enveloped the room in a thick shroud, the profound silence broken only by the rhythmic drip of liquid from the IV.
Though determined to rise, my weakened body rebelled against my will, refusing to obey the commands from my brain.
A wave of vertigo crashed over me the moment I attempted to shift my position.
On the precipice of collapse, a steady hand materialized to anchor me to reality.
“Don’t move. You lost a lot of blood and fainted. You need to rest now,” murmured a gentle voice.
Wrestling with the spinning sensation, I lifted my gaze to discover Maia’s concerned face swimming into focus.
She leaned forward, her hands steadying my shoulders with gentle firmness. “Makenna, you’re finally awake,” she whispered.
Despite the weakness coursing through me, I managed to ask, “What about the others?”
Maia’s fingers gave my hand a comforting squeeze. “They’ve gone to distribute the antidote and calm the people. Rest assured, everything is proceeding in an orderly manner.”
“That’s good,” I breathed, the slightest nod sending ripples of relief through my tense body.
gⲁ𝗅𝗇𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘀.k𝗈𝗺 – 𝓕𝓲𝓻𝓼𝓽 𝓬𝓱𝓮𝓬𝓴
Maia gripped my hand with unexpected emotion. “Makenna, we owe it all to you. If it weren’t for your blood donation, Marehelm would have faced a disaster.”
I offered a fragile smile through my exhaustion. “Mrs. Pierce, it was my duty. As long as everyone is safe, I can finally rest easy.”
Maia’s brows knitted together as she released a weighted sigh, her eyes shimmering with genuine concern. “The price you paid was too high. But don’t worry, I’ve arranged…”
for some nutritious dishes to be prepared. They’ll be brought over soon. Eat well and take care of yourself.”
I acknowledged her words with a slight nod, but my mind had already wandered elsewhere, consumed by thoughts of the world beyond these walls.
Anxiety gnawed at me as I pondered the fate of the citizens. Were they recovering? Had everyone received help in time?
A torrent of unanswered questions churned within me, making true relaxation impossible despite my physical exhaustion.
Biting my lower lip, I couldn’t contain my concern any longer. “Mrs. Pierce, how are things outside now?”
Sensing the undercurrent of my distress, Maia’s features softened into a reassuring smile. “You can put your mind at ease. This time, the three princes are personally leading the team. Their meticulous approach ensures every precious drop of antidote will reach those who need it most, without fail. Moreover, the magic potion in the water supply has been completely neutralized. Everyone can drink freely again without fear. Trust me when I say the worst has passed—there won’t be any troubles.”
As her words washed over me, the knot of tension in my shoulders began to unravel, and a gentle sigh of relief escaped my lips.
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