章 42: Chapter 42 Unfamiliar Emotions

She felt the first tingles of discomfort crawling beneath her skin, an inexplicable warmth spreading across her body. Her hands, once smooth and unblemished, were now adorned with angry red rashes, and her face was swelling, almost beyond recognition.

Panic flickered in her mind, but it was swiftly overshadowed by the overwhelming sensation of her body weakening. Struggling to rise from her seat, her efforts were in vain as she faltered and collapsed against the chair's backrest.

The unexpected fall brought her head to rest upon Mr. Qin's chest. His shock was palpable, freezing him momentarily before he gathered himself. Lifting her head gently, his eyes swept over her once flawless skin, now marred by swollen, crimson rashes.

Glancing at the table, his mind raced to deduce the cause – what had triggered such a severe reaction? She had consumed various items, making it difficult to pinpoint the allergen responsible for her distress.