My Substitute Wife is a Bigwig (Loud and Lily) novel Chapter 180

To put it simply, every time Lily used the 13 Needles of Life, she would deplete her own vital energy. She would need a long time to recover after that. So, she wouldn't use the 13 Needles of Life unless it was absolutely necessary.

Lily took a deep breath. Her clothes had become completely drenched in sweat. Without pausing for a moment, she continued applying the needles. She couldn't stop once she started the technique. She had to insert all 108 silver needles into the patient.

Finally, Lily finished administering the last needle.

Melanie, who had been pronounced dead, suddenly opened her eyes. Shaun, Daniel, and Neil widened their eyes in disbelief.

After a long while, Shaun shouted excitedly, "She's alive… She's alive!"

Lily had overexerted herself severely. She struggled to hold herself up. Her voice lacked its usual firmness and authority. She sounded meek and gentle now. "Don't tell anyone about the treatment process."

Shaun nodded hastily. "Don't worry. We'll keep it confidential."

Loid looked at her and noticed how pale her face was. He frowned and asked again, "Are you really okay?"

Lily looked up, her lips pale. She smiled weakly and said, "I'm fine, but don't let anyone disturb me for the next few days. Don't call for a doctor."

Right after she said those words, Lily faded into unconsciousness and collapsed. The moment she fell, Loid stepped forward and caught her in his arms.

Without any hesitation, he turned to Shaun and said, "You guys handle things here. I'll deal with the rest later when I'm back."

Loid took Lily back to Anmer Heights. He carried her out of the car in his arms. As their bodies were close to each other, he could smell the faint scent of herbs Lily gave off.

He laid Lily on the bed and tucked her in. Only then did he sit by the bedside and observe her.

Her skin was very fair, and her features seemed to be meticulously carved by the maker. She was stunningly beautiful. With her eyes closed, she looked serene; her long lashes quivered slightly. Her rosy lips were sexy and enticing.

Suddenly, Lily jolted and curled up as if she wanted to wrap herself in a safe cocoon.