Chapter 83: Empathy in Every Fiber
"Go out quickly, Melissa. The drug is too strong; I'm afraid I might hurt you. Don't worry about me," Frederic Howard said in a broken voice, his breath coming in short gasps.
Melissa Ernest shook her head. She knew what it felt like to be drugged. If no one was around, who knew what foolish things he might do. "No, Brother Wenxiu, you won't hurt me. Just hold on a little longer; the antidote will be here soon."
Frederic Howard fell silent, his remaining consciousness reminding him not to touch Melissa Ernest, not to harm her. But before long, when she brought a towel to wipe his face, the effects of the drug took over. Before his mind could react, his hand had already grabbed hers, and he kissed her lips again.
At that moment, Evan Hicks and Tim rush
