Chapter 215: Warmth.

Chapter 215: 215: Warmth.

They both stared at Nyx in confusion as he slowly walked up to them.

They watched as Nyx approached where Ayra sat before slowly going down on his knees beside her.

Nyx reached toward his side and pulled something out while Ayra and Commander Lynn watched, confused and alert.

But soon, Nyx pulled out five apples from the side of his clothing and stretched out his hand, offering them to Ayra as he stared firmly at her.

"..."

"..."

Ayra and Commander Lynn were both shocked and confused. They stared down at the apples before looking back up at Nyx.

"This is...?" Ayra inquired.

Nyx smiled. "Well, I picked them up for you..." He hesitated before continuing. "I heard you were sick, so I decided to get them for you. You should eat healthy things to get better faster..." 𝑓𝑟ℯℴ𝓂

Commander Lynn couldn’t believe his ears, and neither could Ayra.

Was this still the wild cat who didn’t like Ayra at all?

"For me...?" Ayra stared at the apples with a soft smile.

"Don’t overthink it..." Nyx instantly said. "I’m not doing it because I’m so worried about you. I’m doing it to show gratitude for saving and helping me."

Ayra stared at him as Nyx continued.

"You saved my little friend the other time, and you also saved me from my intense Berserk state. I survived without getting extremely hurt, so..."

He hesitated as he stared up at Ayra. "So this is me showing my gratitude..."

Ayra smiled as she slowly accepted the apples. "Thanks a lot. I’ll cherish the gift."

[Ding]

[Congratulations Host, Nyx’s Affection Level has improved greatly!]

[Wild Cat: +30 = 10%]

[Nyx’s Affection Level has left the negative zone. Congratulations, Host! Now you’re working towards increasing his Affection Level in the positive.]

[Good luck, Host!]

Ayra smiled. She guessed the wild cat wasn’t as bad or as hard-hearted as she had thought. He was just a sweet little wild cat.

Without saying much, Nyx instantly got to his feet and cleared his throat.

"Then I’ll be off..." he said before turning and walking away.

Ayra lay there with a soft smile, watching him leave. Commander Lynn also stared after him, still surprised.

"Am I seeing things...?" Commander Lynn asked. "Did he...?"

Ayra nodded with a smile. "I guess he’s not the big bad cat I thought he was..."

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Not long after, the others streamed into the room to visit the sick Ayra.

The three tribe lords stood by the side with Commander Lynn, watching as the little ones clustered closely around Ayra by the bedside.

"Mama, how are you feeling now? Do you want anything? I’ll bring it for you," Ally said firmly.

"Mama, Mama! What’s wrong? What’s wrong?" The triplets sat closely, staring at Ayra curiously.

Yet again, they approached Ayra, feeling her forehead, cheeks, and body to figure out what was wrong with her. The triplets were persistent in finding out.

"Oh dear..." Lord Vale approached and pulled them away with the help of Commander Lynn.

"Mama is sick. Don’t get too close. Let her get some air, okay?" Lord Vale instructed the little ones.

"Oh..."

The three of them blinked and nodded. After they were let down again, they sat close to Ayra, watching her.

Little Zay sat closest to Ayra without saying much. His body was pressed closely against hers, so Ayra pulled him closer and carried him in her arms.

"Don’t worry, I’m fine. I’m just exhausted, I suppose. After some rest, I’ll be better," she explained.

Lord Ash nodded. "That’s fine, then. You should get all the rest you want."

Ally agreed. "True. Don’t worry, Mama. I’ll get you whatever you want. You don’t have to worry at all."

Ayra nodded with a smile at her. "Okay. Thanks a lot."

Lord Vale approached and sat beside Ayra. He gently ran a hand over her forehead, feeling her face.

"You look so pale... You must really be down," he sighed.

Ayra felt his energy as she said, "And you caught a cold. What happened this time?"

Lord Ash smiled. "He ended up taking a long bath while washing the cubs."

Ayra smiled softly and shook her head. "Let me heal you..."

"No," Lord Vale insisted. "You should take care of yourself first. You’re sick. I’ll have some soup and get better."

Ayra stared at him skeptically. "Sure about that?"

At that moment, Ayra slowly began feeling warmth within her. It was as though something was comforting her from inside, spreading a gentle warmth throughout her body.

"Why do I suddenly feel...?"

As she glanced to her side, she noticed Little Zay was close to her, his body touching hers.

The little dragon’s body was radiating warmth around her, keeping her comfortable. She already felt much better from the little contact.

Ayra smiled. "I guess little Zay has some warmth skills. I’m already feeling so much better."

"Wow!" Ally stared at him in amazement. "Zay should stay by Mama and keep her warm for longer. I’m sure she’ll get better then."

Ayra smiled and nodded, holding the little one firmly and closely. "I’ll keep little Zay by my side, I guess."

Little Zay slowly left Ayra’s side and approached Lord Vale. He cuddled his body close to Lord Vale, who watched curiously.

At that moment, Lord Vale could feel the heat and warmth from the little dragon’s body. Immediately, the warmth began spreading through him.

His cold was slowly dispersing, and he started feeling much better.

Lord Vale smiled as he slowly patted little Zay on the hair. "I guess the little one sure is skilled in warmth, just like his mother."

Ayra smiled proudly as Little Zay turned and returned to her arms after he was done keeping Lord Vale warm.

"That’s so impressive! That’s my little brother!" Ally exclaimed happily.

Lord Zark also stood nearby, staring proudly at the little dragon.

At that moment, Commander Lynn turned and stared at Ayra.

"And you..."

Ayra looked at him.

"You should get some rest if you want the little one inside you to get some rest too."