Her body no longer felt as weak as before. The energy within her seemed to flow more freely.
“This pill… it’s working,” Lady Williams whispered, momentarily stunned by the change. She couldn’t help but exclaim in sincere amazement.
Seeing his grandmother’s improvement, Robert’s tightly furrowed brows relaxed. He knew now—her life was no longer in immediate danger. His deep gaze shifted toward Eleanor, who stood across from him. His eyes held a haunting light.
“This time… thank you,” Robert said, his voice calm yet distant.
“Whatever you want, just name it.”
Eleanor met his gaze. What did she truly want? In her heart, there was only one answer—Robert himself. But she could never voice such a desire. Instead, she pursed her lips beneath the veil, quietly glancing at him before replying, “I never accept gifts from my patients.”