It had been a couple of weeks since the three random travelers had taken up residence in Elder Ileas' hut. And with each interval of time spent there, Rachel's condition worsened more and more.
One day, the girl barely made it through until Leriana and Maxie went into town to do some shopping. Lloyd Ileas had purposely sent them there for the ingredients for the elixir, though really, it was only a chance for Rachel to get some respite. The old man was well aware of her condition.
Once in the cabin alone, the girl's feigned appearance immediately fell away, and she coughed up very dark blood. It was a clear sign that poisoning had already begun in her system, due to the prolonged use of Blood Camellia's ability. Rachel was literally on edge.
