Chapter 998

Gordon didn't fall for Mayra's trick at all. He had just taken a cold shower, and the weather on this island averaged around ten to twenty degrees, rarely warming up. With the frequent rain at night, the cold became especially harsh. When Mayra first arrived, she struggled to adapt to the climate and often fell ill with fevers or colds. Whenever Mayra got sick, Gordon would drop everything to stay home and take care of her. He'd brew medicine and ensure she had enough rest. Thankfully, under Gordon's attentive care, Mayra had gradually built up enough resilience to withstand the environment's fluctuating weather conditions. Gordon firmly held his boundaries and hers as well. When they went to sleep at night, Mayra often became restless. Gordon would endure it as long as she didn't push too far. They slept under two blankets, but Mayra would often kick hers off when she felt too hot in the middle of the night. Even in his sleep, Gordon could sense her movements and would insti