I focused my energy, carefully controlling its flow as I repaired his damaged muscle tissue and regenerated new skin cells.
Adrian remained silent, clenching his teeth, determined to endure the pain.
As I continued to channel my energy, I watched his wound heal at an astonishing rate. The raw, bloody gash slowly filled with fresh skin, a delicate pink that was... surprisingly endearing.
I found myself feeling a little breathless.
I could feel his body heat rising, and I could even hear his heartbeat, quickening with every passing second.
I glanced up at his face. Sweat dotted his forehead, his brows furrowed, and his lips parted slightly, as if he were struggling against some inner torment.
My gaze traced the line of his neck, down to his broad shoulders, the defined muscles of his b
