Chapter 24

Scarlett's POV Jack froze. The moment my blood hit the air, his entire body tensed. 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 in his tone made me pause. I hadn't expected such a reaction from him over a mere wound. It was just a small scratch, yet he acted as if I had 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 as he stepped back. "Whatever you're planning to do, don't involve me, Luna," he said, fear in his voice. 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—he was clenching his fist, but not to punch me, more like to restrain himself. Does he have the same healing? Or was Lucien just that special? Jack shook his head. His whole body was tense, like a soldier walking