"Mr. Salvador," Clarice said as she stood up and walked over to him with a bright smile. "Ms. Amaryllis."

"There was an injured little animal at your place, so I treated it without asking first. I hope that didn't break any of the Salvador family rules." Clarice spoke in a soft, gentle tone, her voice carrying a subtle, captivating lilt as her eyes shone with affection.

Justin's expression remained cold and distant. "No, not at all. Ms. Amaryllis, helping an injured animal is a kind thing to do. We should be thanking you instead."

"When I was working as a doctor for Doctors Without Borders in Kridor, I would treat the wounds of injured soldiers and civilians. I didn't think this skill would come in handy with small animals too," Clarice said with a light sigh and a shake of her head.

Justin's intense gaze suddenly flickered with emotion as old memories flooded his mind. For a moment, those distant, hazy recollections wrapped around him like a soft, misty veil.

Years ago, while on a dangerous mission infiltrating a terrorist group in Kridor, he was gravely injured, slashed on the arm, and shot in the leg. He barely survived, and it was "Little Dove" who courageously tended to his wounds and ensured his safe return to camp, ultimately saving his leg.

"Ugh... What's going on? I'm suddenly feeling dizzy." Clarice frowned, her slim figure swaying unsteadily.

next second, she unexpectedly collapsed toward

reality, but it was

Amaryllis,

that moment, lan rushed over just then and caught Clarice,

you," Clarice said, her fingers curling slightly as

have been traveling with my brother and looking after him. That must have been tiring. You should get some rest," Justin said sternly before turning and walking away. "Ms.

that fragile," Clarice snapped, shoving him

Just moments ago, she seemed too weak to stand, but now she was pushing him with surprising

Even though he had been

it seems that Chairman Salvador still thinks highly of you. You don't have to worry about it anymore," Clarice said, handing

long, pale fingers sifted through the assortment of pills. He replied, "But Grandpa

do anything. Besides,

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