The Lycan King's Fate Calling

Crystal's POV:

Rufus was still deep in slumber by the time his temperature returned to normal. Then he began to talk in his sleep. I drew even closer to him, but I couldn't make out the words clearly. I thought I heard him say, "Who are you?"

I touched his forehead to make sure that he wasn't incurring another fever.

"Is Rufus dreaming of you?" Yana asked curiously.

I hesitated for a brief moment. "No way. If he dreams of me, it would be a nightmare. But he looks calm right now."

hadn't seen before. What the hell had happened to

on his back and gently

always be healthy and safe. But now, it seemed

hadn't fully recovered

of witchcraft, I smoothed its surface and created a deep pit at the center. Now I

and then added the mushrooms. The mountain spring water was cool and sweet, adding a refreshing element to the dish. S~ᴇaʀᴄh the

with. Once it was cooked and cooled down, I carefully fed Rufus. I ate some myself, and then followed

louder as I finished my meager meal. I collected the dry straw scattered at the entrance of the cave and put them under Rufus, hoping that it would help to keep him warm. Rufus was still fast asleep. I sat next to him and dozed

wake up! Rufus is rousing."

his brows and let out a groan. His hand twitched inside mine. He was going to wake up any second now. I scrambled out of his embrace, overcome