Once Kisha had set everyone down and ensured they were resting peacefully, she let out a quiet, guilty sigh of relief.
Duke, noticing her expression, approached from behind and placed a reassuring hand on her shoulder.
"You don't have to feel guilty," he said gently. "We all know it was a necessary step to ensure no one could betray us when it mattered most."
Kisha shook her head, her voice thick with emotion.
"They're your family. We need to figure out a way to remove the demonic insect from them."
"They've already proven their loyalty, and they shouldn't be enduring this kind of torture for following us." Her throat tightened as she spoke, her thoughts flashing back to the Heart Gu Pill she had made them take.
It had been necessary to ensure their loyalty and to root out any potential spies when facing the Coltons, but now, seeing them suffer, the weight of it hit her hard.
