Chapter 556

Third person's POV

Maeve remained silent. She hoped to slip free while Gideon's attention was elsewhere, but the drug had taken its toll.

Not only did she fail to break her bonds, but the effects left her feeling dizzy, nauseous, and utterly drained of strength.

Gideon swiftly assisted her in lying down, his voice gentle yet firm. "Maeve, try not to move."

At that moment, she lacked the strength t