Julian's Stand in Wife novel Chapter 1290

Everyone knew that the medicine Jim provided weren’t necessarily meant for healing injuries or illnesses.

Sometimes, and quite often, his medicine could be deadly.

James had already been penalized and injured due to the car breaking down on the road.

Now, if he accepted this pill...

What if it really killed him?

He didn't dare to accept it.

"It's okay not to take it," Jim said, glancing at someone behind him.

Immediately, someone took the pill and forcefully shoved it into James's mouth. He wanted to spit it out, but when he saw the look in Jim's eyes, he didn't dare. He could only swallow the pill, allowing it to dissolve in his mouth.

Fortunately, he was still alive after half an hour passed. James let out a relieved sigh, and belatedly realized that he was covered in sweat.

"Is there any sign of damage to the car?"

Jim had James brought over, but he had been silent for a long time before finally saying something. He stared at James, waiting for the latter to answer.

James's heartbeat gradually returned to normal, and the pain in his body lessened. He could feel that the medicine Jim had given him this time was genuinely medicinal and not a lethal weapon. He began to relax, and wiped the sweat from his forehead with his hand.

"There are signs, and it's done very discreetly. If I hadn't closely examined it with one of the mechanics, it would have been easily overlooked."

Jim nodded, seeing through James's desire for recognition but choosing not to comment on it.

He simply said, "Well done."

James immediately smiled, as if he had gained a tremendous advantage. People were indeed curious creatures. As long as Jim showed them a bit of kindness, he became their god.

Jim's eyes showed no warmth, and he didn't engage with James any further. He was lost in thought about Simon, the man who had just left his home.