The Impervious Courier

Chapter 21

It would seem as though an icy flood of water was poured on Cory from his head to the toes. This was the last thing he wished for himself. Not when there were a hundred prying eyes waiting to mock him.

The system has never lied to him. The system has always helped him complete his tasks. Then what went wrong this time?

Suddenly, he recalled what had happened when he treated Anna. He had treated her and had done as the system had instructed. But the treatment didn't take an immediate effect.

Could that be the same situation here? Could it be that the system was getting acquainted with the process because it was the first time?

"Why are you so quiet suddenly?" A sudden voice knocked him out of his thoughts.

When he turned, he saw a proud Elaine with a smirk in her face. She must really be enjoying the moment.

"Did cat catch your tongue? Oh, now you are not bold anymore?" She scorned, walking closer to him.

"Didn't I warn you? I told you that big talk does not cut it. Now what? You