The drug was potent, so the doctor instructed that it was best for Charlotte to stay with Jason and observe him at all times.

Charlotte stayed close to Jason. Only when she found that Jason's fever had faded did she feel slightly relieved, unconsciously falling asleep on the edge of the bed.

At three o'clock in the morning, Jason woke up due to intense thirst. He pressed his throat and subconsciously called out to Charlotte but did not get a response. He propped himself up when ...