Kyle swayed a bit more for extra effect, noting how excited Cornelius looked as he came closer. Kyle inwardly scoffed but had to keep up the pretense.
He had, of course, noticed when Cornelius had slipped in that powdery form into his drink. He just pretended not to have seen it. From one sip, he detected that it was a harmless sleeping pill so he was assured.
Kyle noted its slight taste and after sifting through his memory banks, noted that it was of the more milder dosage. Actually, even if it was of a higher dosage, it would have been fine. Kyle's body had been building up a tolerance for all sorts of drugs and poisons* since he was 6 years old - all under the careful guidance of Master Shifu, of course.
So this stupid sleeping pill would have no effect on him whatsoever.
Just as Kyle slumped over, seemingly asleep, he felt arms catching him. He did not resist as he felt himself being carried and leaving the dining carriage.
Cornelius was happy.
* Although the body can develop tolerance against drugs, I am sure it's not ALL types of drugs. Google doesn't help and I'm no doctor, but for the sake of this novel, Kyle has developed immunity against all drugs and poisons. ho ho ho
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