Chapter 510

Jessamine was stunned by his words.

"I mean, in that situation, the chance of survival wasn't high. Why would you risk your life? Besides... I don't want you to die either."

Thaddeus only heard the last sentence of Jessamine's speech, and it filled him with joy. So, she hadn't completely turned cold toward him.

She still cared for him, afraid of him sacrificing himself, which was why she said what she did earlier.

Thaddeus took her hand and pressed it against his face.

"But didn't we both make it out alive? I'll take the risk even if there's a slight chance. The worst-case scenario is dying together with you, but for me, even that wouldn't be so bad."

Jessamine's heart skipped a beat, then she briefly calmed down and pulled her hand back.

"It's late, and you're tired too. Go back and rest. I'm fine here. If anything happens, I'll call the doctor. Thank you."

Thaddeus felt a bitter pang inside. It was akin to being handed a piece of candy, sweet for a fleeting moment, only to be