Bab 223: You Are a Natural-Born Viper

Rick held a brush and hose, meticulously cleaning each of Black Jade's scales until they shone like black gemstones, reflecting his image back at him. His health was only at 3%; since moving in with Black Jade over 20 hours ago, it had never been full. He didn't even bother wasting potions to heal himself, as Black Jade would simply drain him again. Staying at 3% meant Black Jade couldn't beat him too harshly, fearing a single blow might kill him.

Black Jade lazily commented, "If you don't want me to drain your stats, I suggest you heal up to full."

Rick paused, then reluctantly took out some restorative food and healed himself to full health.

Black Jade chuckled, "I don't know whether to call you smart or foolish. You have nothing to your name, so how could you dare betray the only powerful ally you had for the sake of a creature you know so little about?"