Chapter 136

Cameron had no time to return home. He had to take Lena to the nearest hotel, Century Inn, and have Blackheart send the acupuncture needles because Lena was already burning with desire. Without treatment, her blood vessels might burst from the overwhelming heat. Cameron placed the feverish Lena on the bed and selected the Filiform needles from his bag. "Where is this... Why is my body so hot... It feels so uncomfortable..." Lena's soft and weak murmurs sent shivers down Cameron's spine. He had never imagined the usually stern Lena could sound so vulnerable. Taking a deep breath, Cameron reminded himself he wasn't the type to exploit someone's vulnerability. He focused on preparing to administer the antidote with six slender Filiform needles. However, as he glanced at Lena, his resolve wavered when he saw her beginning to tear at her clothes. Fortunately, her weakened state prevented any serious exposure. Still, the glimpses of her skin quickened Cameron's heartbeat. Cameron