Facade of Love

Chatper 284

Chapter 284 Are You Afraid?

A whole night of heavy rain had left the road slippery and treacherous, especially at higher elevations.

Charlie, with his injured leg and a fever that had raged all night, was showing signs of exhaustion after walking for a while.

Looking at him, I asked worriedly, “Are you okay?”

He gave a slight shake of his head, but his complexion had turned even paler. Worried that he might not have the strength to continue, I reached out to support him, and he did not refuse. He looked at me and muttered, “Thank you.”

I shook my head in return. My guilt and worry overwhelmed me. I could not help but sorry.” My heart ached, knowing that it was all my fault. A wealthy man accustomed to a life of say, “I’m luxury had no reason to endure such danger in a place like this.

He raised an eyebrow and chuckled, “What are you apologizing for? I chose to follow you. Just don’t leave me behind if I can’t walk later.”

Hearing his words, I furrowed my brow. “What are you saying? How could I ever leave you?” Given the circumstances, if I were to leave him behind, what kind of person would I be?

He smiled faintly, his dark eyes seemingly carrying a deeper meaning. I did not have the energy to delve into it. I continued to support him as we walked, taking in our surroundings. Looking at this real–life setting, I realized the insignificance of humanity.

walking for what felt like a long time, there were no more signs of mudslides in the vicinity. However, the landscape had transformed into thick, lush woods. Towering trees obscured the gray sky above, and underfoot, there was a tangle of vines and undergrowth. In front of us, there was no clear

heart sank, and I asked in a hoarse voice, “Mr. Yates, are you

raised his eyes slightly and weakly replied, “I’m fine. Let’s keep going.”

pushed himself up

his massive frame toppled to the side, and in an instant, I desperately clung to his waist. Despite using all my strength, I could not stabilize him, and we

cushioned the fall, but I hit something painfully, bringing tears to my eyes.

fallen on top of me, looked pallid. His handsome face was still covered in

the sky.

breath was extremely weak. His expensive tailored clothes were now covered in

said, my voice involuntarily trembling, as I

opened his eyes and looked at me,

was already a critical situation, and he

the sweat from his face and looked around at the unfamiliar surroundings. Suddenly, I realized that we had no map, compass, or even our phones. They had all been buried in our rush to escape the cave. We

panic surged

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