Jackson frowned, deep in thought, then pointed toward Bethany’s ankle.
“Take off her pants—I need to check something.”
The cave fell dead silent.
Lily and Lisa stared at him, eyes wide, as if he’d just said something unthinkable. Jackson instantly realized what was running through their heads.
He cleared his throat. “I mean, you two take off her pants so I can examine her leg.”
The two women blinked.
“Is… is that not the same thing you just said?” Lily asked flatly.
Lisa crossed her arms. “Captain, she’s unconscious. Maybe wait till she’s awake before you start… inspecting?”
Jackson groaned. For God’s sake.
“What’s wrong with you two? I just want to see if she’s been bitten by something!”
That explanation finally settled them.
Lily sighed in relief. “You scared me. For a second,
