Chapter 23

Scarlett Jack froze. The moment my blood hit the air, his entire body locked up. His eyes widened—not with curiosity, but with sheer panic. “Y-You,” he said in a low, alarmed whisper. “Are you crazy?! What are you doing?!” The panic mode in his tone, made me pause. I didn’t expect such a reaction from him over a mere wound. It’s just a small scratch yet, he made me feel like I just stabbed myself. I took a step forward, raising my bleeding finger. “I need to test something,” I said quietly. “Don’t worry.” Jack’s hands lifted slightly, while stepping back. “Whatever you’re planning to do, don’t involve me, Luna.” He said, with fear in his tone. I frowned. Isn’t his reaction a bit too much? “What are you scared of? It’s just a small wound. I just want you to lick it for me.” I looked at him, who was clenching his fist—but not to punch me, but rather to restrain himself. Does he have the same healing? Or was Lucien just that special? Jack shook his head. His entire body tense like a soldi