Voices of discussion grew louder around them.Dominic stood there with his expression unchanged.Nash held Orion tightly, saying nothing, but his eyes conveyed everything. He had not wanted it to come to this, but today, Dominic had forced his hand."Give me the antidote. I have always been a citizen of Birkham. I’m here only because you saved me. I’ve been looking for a way to return.""Mr. President! We can’t let a Birkham citizen remain here!""Mr. President, please reconsider!"These were the voices of Dominic’s closest advisors.Dominic stared at Nash, his expression cold and calculating. Nash, however, remained resolute, convinced that his actions were the only way to resolve the situation."Don’t forget, your roots are here! If it weren’t for me, you would have been buried in a cold, icy river long ago! Nash…""Of course, I haven’t forgotten. But don’t you forget that I was once a military captain of Birkham. If you want Birkham’s military to attack Salterra, then go ah
If Nash and the child stayed in Salterra, Nina would be left all alone, and Wilfred felt that he might have another chance. But the problem was, this would cause Nina pain, and all he wanted was for her to be happy and at peace.Wilfred pressed his lips together and stepped forward decisively. "Nina, don’t worry. You still have me, and you still have Pharaoh. Don’t forget who I used to be."His words jolted Nina from her despair. Pharaoh, with his love for research and experimentation, had once transformed Wilfred into a healer. Perhaps Pharaoh could help again.For her child’s sake, Nina was willing to humble herself.Nina felt like a traveler in the desert who suddenly finds an oasis. She said, "Nash, let’s go to the Yaren Tribe first!""Alright," Nash agreed in a low, hoarse voice. For now, he was following Nina’s lead.Wilfred walked behind them with a single purpose. As long as Nina could live a good life and be happy, he was willing to stay by her side forever.Orion woke
As soon as Wilfred made his offer, Pharaoh immediately understood his intent. He knew that Wilfred was wholly devoted to Nina. Even if it was not for Nina herself, Wilfred would do anything to make her happy, including saving those she cared about.However, Nina already considered Wilfred a friend. Pharaoh also knew that when Nina was a child, she had given Wilfred a string of emerald beads, a precious keepsake from her late mother. Sacrificing Wilfred would undoubtedly cause Nina great sorrow.And Pharaoh could not bear to see his only daughter in pain.Pharaoh slowly smiled, his voice low and calm, "When I first saw you, I did think about using you for something. But now, you're Ivy's friend, and you're wholeheartedly committed to her well-being. I can't bring myself to sacrifice you. However, while I treat the child, you can assist me.""Understood," Wilfred agreed without hesitation.Pharaoh needed to clearly understand Orion's condition, so he prepared to draw some blood for
"Or are you worried that our father might do something to Nash?" Micah's words hit Nina directly, resonating deep within her. She was not afraid that Pharaoh would harm Nash. At this critical moment, she knew Pharaoh wouldn’t do anything to him.But Micah seemed to read her mind. He chuckled softly and said, "Since you know he won’t do anything to Nash, what are you worried about? Get some rest. At this point, none of us will deceive you. You are our only priority, and we’re all trying to make things right for you. We would never want to hurt you."Nina did not respond, but she took in every word. Micah’s words were not just empty promises. She had felt their sincerity in their actions as well.Meanwhile, on Nash’s side, Wilfred led him to Pharaoh and then left the lab.Orion was lying on the operating table, an IV needle in his right hand, receiving fluids.Men tend to have more self-control than women, Pharaoh thought as he handed Nash the results of the recent tests. "This ch
Nash held a high place in Nina’s heart, and with his willingness to help, it was only a matter of time before their family would be reunited. However, Pharaoh also made a promise to Nash."Rest assured, I genuinely want to make amends with Nina. And I truly want my grandson to survive."In other words, Pharaoh did not need Nash’s help to ensure that Orion received proper treatment."I understand," Nash replied slowly, those few words carrying all the meaning needed.However, Nash and Orion were not a successful bone marrow match.As for Nina...Nash said, "Nina is sharp-minded. We can’t bring her in for testing."If Nina found out, it would be devastating for her. From her perspective, she had just found her child and had barely reunited with him. To then learn that he was gravely ill with multiple conditions would be unbearable."No one could handle that," Nash added.Pharaoh nodded. "I’ll arrange for the child to be tested against our people. We have plenty to choose from."
Nina did not want to listen to their argument, but she could tell there was some chemistry between them. Over the past few years, she had heard the good news that James and Scarlett were together. They were planning to get married at the end of this year, and Scott’s family was also making arrangements. The only one left without a partner seemed to be Felix.While things with Felix were uncertain, one thing was clear. Neither Wilfred nor Micah had found someone yet. Although Nina had her differences with Freya, she thought that if Freya and Micah could develop something, it would be a good match.As Nina walked away, Micah called after her, but noticed she was moving quickly. Freya, however, blocked his path, her head lowered like a child who had done something wrong. "Mr. Micah, I’m really sorry. I didn’t mean to upset her. I just…""You didn’t see that you already drove her away with your nonsense? If you keep spouting this rubbish, do you believe I won’t have your tongue cu
Nina held Orion close, staying by his side.But later, while in the lab, she came across a treatment list that Pharaoh had compiled. One particular herb caught her attention—Seven-Leaf Clover.This herb thrived in shady areas and would only grow deep in the mountains. Due to its unique medicinal properties, venomous snakes often guarded it. It was said that only experienced herbalists would dare to harvest it and ordinary people would not risk it.Pharaoh had marked the herb's name, possibly indicating the difficulty of obtaining it. Nina bit her lip. If others were afraid to go, she would go herself. If it meant saving her son, she was willing to risk her life.With that resolve, Nina set out immediately.Nash, seeing her heading toward the mountains from afar, quickly caught up. "Where are you going?""I’m going to find Seven-Leaf Clover," Nina replied directly, adding, "I can go alone. You stay here with Orion.""No, I’m going with you," Nash insisted firmly. Nina, not wantin
The relentless pursuit was a battle between them, the tiger, and the venomous snake. Nina knew they could not keep this up. Once darkness fully set in, their chances of escape would be even slimmer.As they passed by a tree trunk, Nina used it as leverage, planting her foot firmly and springing up to snap off a branch. In one swift motion, she spun around and drove the branch into the snake's weak spot, right at the seven-inch mark.The snake dropped to the ground, lifeless. The tiger roared furiously, seemingly enraged by the death of its companion."Climb up the cliff!" Nash shouted, throwing the torch at the tiger.The tiger did not dodge. The torch hit its head and fell to the ground, extinguished. A small flame flared up on the tiger’s head, causing it to freeze in panic.Nina seized the opportunity, picked up the fallen torch, and with all her strength, drove it into the tiger's body.A single, lethal strike.Nash was stunned. In the five years they had been apart, his