Chapter 184: Rogues?

Ophelia's body trembled violently, her eyes brimming with tears as she cried out in pain. "What's happening? It hurts!" The intensity of the agony was akin to the relentless flames that tormented her in her nightmares. Nikolai's expression darkened with frustration. It seemed that the night, meant for joy, was being ruined by unforeseen troubles. With a profound sigh, he placed a gentle kiss on Ophelia's forehead and pressed his palm against it. A dark wisp of magic began to emerge from his hand, and within moments, it enveloped her, rendering her unconscious. Cradling her in his arms, Nikolai carried her to the bathing room. There, he tenderly bathed both of them, replacing the soiled bed linens with fresh ones. Once Ophelia was dressed in a cozy nightgown, he placed her gently on the bed, ensuring she was comfortable. As he donned his clothes—a loose- fitting white shirt and slacks—his mood shifted to one of grim determination. The tattoo on his neck blinked open and shut as he app