Chapter 289 Are They Poisonous?

As I spoke, I offered the simple water container I had crafted from leaves to Charlie’s lips. "Have some water first, and later, I'll roast some mushrooms for you to eat." His lips had already dried up a bit from the fever, and he took a few shallow sips of water. His complexion improved slightly, but it seemed like his attention was on me. He looked at me and said, "I thought you wouldn't come back." I was momentarily taken aback by his words, not understanding why he would say that. I could not help but respond, "What are you saying? How could I not come back? You're already this sick, and if I were to leave you behind, I wouldn't deserve to be called human." He smiled wryly, seemingly resigned. "No, it's just that in my condition, I'm a burden to you. It would be faster for you to find a way out on your own." I could not fathom his line of thinking. After giving him some water to drink, I checked his clothes, most of which had been dried by the fire. Then, I examined his leg, wh