When Two Hearts Become One

"I will wake Yoshiko to help, and I will check on her right now," said the landlady, somewhat worried.

 

I expressed my gratitude and handed over even more money. "If you have any suggestions on how to replenish her blood, I'm open," I said and sat in the living room. Shortly after, the landlady brought me a bottle of drink, a glass filled with ice, and Yoshiko appeared beside her.

 

"We will go check on her."

 

I stood up and bowed deeply to them, saying, "Thank you for your assistance." Liquid from the drink bottle filled the icy glass, and I took a sip. It tasted bitter, strong, and felt just right for me at the moment.

 

 

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Nadia awoke to the sensation of someone undressing her. "Jaime?" Nadia whispered. She saw the inn's landlady beside her, wringing out a cloth to wipe her down.