Chapter 81
Author: Dreamy Fire
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Jordan's expression turned horrifyingly sullen once he heard the word "Grimflower". He barked, "Damn it! Felix has got some nerve!"

A sense of foreboding arose in Xena's heart as he asked, "W-What is it?"

"Grimflowers are rare herbs, but they're highly poisonous. How cruel of Felix!"

The news was so shocking that it sparked murderous intent in Xena and Belle at once. They wondered if Felix resorted to extreme measures because he couldn't get what he wanted. Even if that were the case, wasn't he being too bold?

"Quit panicking!" Wesley spoke up while glaring at his precious apprentice. "You're right. The Grimflower is indeed highly poisonous. However, whether it's harmful depends on the state of the person ingesting it and how one prepares this herb."

After saying that, Wesley pointed at Curtis' mouth. "This specific Grimflower looks paler. It's evident that someone has treated it with acupuncture methods."

"Acupunture?" Even for Jordan, that was his first time hearing about such
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