The military doctor first administered emergency treatment to Orion and then examined him thoroughly. Finally, the diagnosis came. "He has asthma. He needs to have medication with him at all times."Asthma…Hearing this word made Nina's scalp tingle. She knew about this illness. It could be congenital, hereditary, or acquired. It required constant medication, or an attack could be fatal.Nina shuddered to think what might have happened if Orion had not encountered her, if he had not been at the military camp. Would he have died from an asthma attack with no one to help or even notice?Throughout all this, Orion clung tightly to her hand.She remembered that day when Orion had clearly and painfully expressed that he did not want to go to the embassy, that he wanted to stay with her. Perhaps he saw her as the only person who cared about him."Ah... Ah..."A violent coughing fit interrupted Nina's thoughts. She looked over and saw that Orion had woken up. His eyes were filled wit
All signs indicated that this was an accident, not a premeditated act.Nina replied, "I understand. Let's leave today."She did not have much to pack, just a small backpack for Orion's two sets of clothes. However, she made it clear to Micah, "I still have some unfinished business. I'll go with you to the Yaren tribe, but I can only stay for three days at most."Three days did not include today's travel time. It was indeed a short period. But the fact that Nina agreed to go to the Yaren tribe was already a significant step....Orion silently followed Nina, not making any noise or fuss. Micah noticed. From the side, the child bore a slight resemblance to Nina. However, he knew all too well that Nina and Nash's child had died five years ago. Even if the child had not died, there was no way Nina would not have found a trace after searching for five years. Moreover, there had been no news about Nash either. The child's resemblance was merely a coincidence."Bang!" A loud explo
Nina did not say anything, but she gave Micah a knowing smile. Despite resuming their journey, this small incident left Micah and Mr. Joker wary, with Nina also keeping it in mind. They did not realize that a team was covertly following them to ensure their safe return to the Yaren tribe.Upon learning of Nina's return, the Pharaoh had meticulously prepared an enormous, luxurious room for her. The moment Nina stepped inside, she promptly exited."Give me a simpler room," she demanded.She had not seen the Pharaoh, but she knew this was his doing. This was his attempt at making amends, but their history could not be mended with a few gestures. As she entered the tribe, memories of narrowly escaping death, being treated as an experiment, and the tribe’s cruel methods flooded back. She could not forget Nash being poisoned and his eventual death.She knew her biological father, the Pharaoh, and Nash were always at odds. For the past five years, she had been secretly investigating
The woman narrowed her eyes, surprised that Nina had some skills. But she had already decided to make Nina retreat. A few tricks would not deter her."Don't forget where you are. You have no standing here! Don’t think just because you’ve latched onto Mr. Micah that you can become the respected Mrs. Micah of the Yaren tribe! Let me tell you, the control of the tribe belongs to the Pharaoh and Mr. Micah, and they will give it to Miss Ivy. You and your illegitimate child better leave before you embarrass yourselves further!"The woman shouted, her eyes blazing with fury. If looks could kill, Nina would have already been dead under her glare. She kept attacking as she spoke, but Nina was no longer the same person from five years ago. With a few quick moves, Nina had her pinned to the ground.Before Nina could say anything, Mr. Joker arrived with some items. "Miss Ivy, these are the clothes Mr. Micah asked me to bring."The woman's eyes widened in shock and disbelief. "You... you’re M
It was Micah.His expression was grim as he strode over. With a single look from him, Mr. Joker understood and immediately moved to pull the woman away. Realizing Micah's anger, the woman dared not stay any longer. Meanwhile, Nina, with her cold demeanor, stood like a queen."Nina, I'm sorry," Micah said, standing before her, his face full of remorse.Nina's tone was distant. "This isn't your fault. I agreed to come here because of Seth. I made that clear when we spoke. When do you plan to start your operation?"She preferred to act, not react.Micah replied, "Rest well today. We'll begin tomorrow. As soon as we make our move, Seth won't be able to hold back.""Flushing Seth out of hiding," Nina nodded. "Fine. While I'm here, unless there's an emergency, I don't want anyone disturbing me. And I heard someone mention you plan to hand over control of the Yaren tribe to me?"She looked directly at Micah, her intense gaze leaving no room for evasion.Micah remained silent for a m
Micah explained that while the Pharaoh was deeply engrossed in his experiments, much of the power was in Seth's hands. The Pharaoh was neither senile nor unconscious. He was aware of Seth's actions and tacitly approved them. Now, the Pharaoh had stepped down, hoping Micah would reform the Yaren tribe."Alright, you should rest. I won't push you, nor will I let anyone disturb you," Micah sighed, leaving the room to give Nina some space.After he left, a helper brought an array of food, but Nina did not touch any of it. She pulled Orion close, "You must be hungry. Eat as much as you want."Orion, who had been wandering alone, had never seen such an abundance of food. Nina wanted him to enjoy a good meal since he was with her now. However, she was surprised when Orion did not eat a single bite. Instead, he picked up a set of utensils and handed them to her, his eyes full of hope.Nina patted his head, "Alright, we'll eat together."The next day, needing to go out, Nina found Mr.
Nina received no response from the man.As she moved to remove the mask forcefully, he grabbed her wrist, "Miss, you’ve got the wrong person. I...""Then why did you save me?" Nina interrupted him, her voice cold and unwavering. Her piercing gaze fixed on him, taking in his thin lips and dark eyes, exposed beneath the silver mask.Their close proximity and his familiar build convinced her further. He was Nash."Nash, do you realize how cruel you’ve been to me? They told me you were dead, yet you’ve been alive all this time and never contacted me for five years. You never told me about our child. Why are you doing this to me? What am I to you?" Her voice broke as she yelled, unable to contain the rush of emotions.The man's lips curled into a cold smile, "Miss, I’m really not the person you think I am. I’m just here on a mission."With those words, the man pushed Nina away, putting a deliberate distance between them. Although not far, to Nina, it felt like a chasm had opened up be
He felt a deep ache for Nina. These five years, she had braved countless dangers. From the moment he woke up and confirmed her location, he had been protecting her from the shadows. It was not that he did not want to see her. He could not and did not dare.Nina did not want to hear his excuses. She laughed bitterly, "Yes, if I hadn’t forced you, you would still be hiding from me. Nash, what am I to you?"Nash cared for her, leaving her all his assets, ensuring she had a safe escape route. But Nash had left her alone for so many years. If he had just given her a bit of news, she would not have suffered so much, and she would not be breaking down like this now.Nash did not respond. It was not because he did not want to, but because he could not. His throat felt constricted, making it difficult to breathe or speak. He desperately wanted to hold Nina, but he did not dare, not until she had vented her emotions."Nash, speak up! Don't play dumb here!" Nina gritted her teeth and repe