Chapter 94: The Sea

I took the potion from Rose's hand and swallowed it, feeling its soothing effects wash over me. The wounds on my body began to mend, the pain fading into a dull ache. Rose watched anxiously, her concern etched on her face.

"Are you alright?"

She asked softly, her voice filled with genuine worry, which honestly made me feel slightly troubled.

"I'll be fine..."

I managed a weak smile, reassuring her that everything was okay.

Although her concern was unneeded, I appreciated it either way. Sometimes it feels good to know that someone cares, even though I've just saved her life.

Huff...

As the potion mended my wounds and I was fully healed, I slowly stood up, stretching my slightly sore limbs.

"We can continue..."

I spoke, glancing at Rose, my golden eyes picking up her strangely biting her lip, as if she wanted to say something else.

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