Chapter 1474 Experiment

Deirdre frowned, hesitant about physical contact. "Will it hurt?" she asked, referring to the massage. Ryker seemed to understand her concerns. "No, it won't hurt. I'll just apply pressure on the acupuncture points on the top of your head. I'll wear gloves to keep my hands clean and prevent any dirt from touching your skin." With Ryker's reassurance, Deirdre saw no reason to refuse. "Okay, sorry for the trouble," she said. Ryker responded, taking out gloves from his pocket and putting them on. With his slender fingertips, he gently supported Deirdre's head and located the acupuncture points along her hairline, applying gentle pressure. "How does it feel?" he asked. Deirdre closed her eyes, surprised by the comforting sensation of having her acupuncture points pressed. Reluctant to open her eyes, she let out a soft "mm" in response. Unable to hear clearly, Ryker leaned closer, his lips near Deirdre's face. Just as he was about to ask again, Brendan suddenly stood up, causing a lou