Even After Death novel (Olivia and Ethan) novel Chapter 1260

Wayne finally came to his senses but did not let go. His eyes were filled with a cold glint as he asked in a deep voice, "What are you trying to do?"

Olivia held the silver needle with a look of grievance and replied, "The needle fell near your hand. I was just picking it up."

Wayne released his grip only then. "Sorry, it was a reflex. Are you alright?"

The distinct red mark on Olivia's neck hardly looked harmless. He felt even more remorseful. "I never intended to harm you."

"I understand. I'll be more careful in the future. You should rest now. I won't disturb you any longer," Olivia said. She put the silver needles back into the acupuncture kit and returned to her room.

The moment she closed the door, she was drenched in sweat.

She was terrified as she nearly met her end at that man's hands. His vigilance over the ring was evident, but she wasn't out of options. Starting tomorrow, she would start preparing medicine for Wayne.

She planned to add a few sleep-inducing herbs at the right time, wait for him to fall into a deep sleep, and then make her move.

Now, Olivia needed to figure out how to escape with the ring. People from Arlandia would arrive in a few days. Olivia was certain Ethan would be among them. A plan began to form in her mind.

As she slept fitfully, someone entered the room in the middle of the night. Without a doubt, it was Wayne. He once mentioned that her scent was soothing, helping him overcome his insomnia. So, she ignored his presence and heard him settle down to sleep on the floor by her feet.

Wayne tossed and turned. He was unable to sleep for some reason. The room was large, diluting Olivia's scent and making it less pronounced. He had to strain to catch a faint trace of her scent, which felt like feathers tickling his heart.

Olivia suddenly awoke. "What are you doing?"