Chapter 152

Ashley pulled her hand back, realizing her actions were somewhat inappropriate. She asked Elara, "How high is his temperature?" "Guessing from touch, I'd say about 90 degrees." "90 degrees? That's high? He's practically suffering from hypothermia!" But Elara shook her head. "Not in his case." Ashley seemed to realize something as her words grew slurred. "He can't possibly be…" "Mmhm." "No wonder…" Ashley muttered to herself, "I knew humans could never look like him…" "Do you remember the hexagonal plaza I mentioned to you before?" Elara asked. Ashley's expression grew solemn. "Yeah, that's where the special-grade creature is kept." Elara glanced at Eryndor, who was also quietly staring at her. He remained expressionless, yet his eyes carried a faint trace of emotion. Elara grabbed his wrist and said, "He's that special-grade creature—" Ashley turned pale instantly, and Eryndor's pupils narrowed. "—that special-grade creature's feed." They heard Elara finish. Ashley ex