Chapter 1073

Adrian sat and chatted with these people for a while. Not long after, Gloria woke up. She slowly opened her eyes and looked around her. Adrian lowered his head and smiled at her after noticing that she was awake. “Hey there.” Gloria nodded and asked weakly, “Where are we?” “On a ship to Luposia. We should arrive later tonight,” replied Adrian in a gentle voice. Gloria did not say anything and glanced at the people around her. She was on guard against them because any person on this ship could expose Adrian and her whereabouts, putting them in deep trouble. On the other hand, Adrian scooped Gloria into his arms upon seeing that she was still drowsy. He said to Casey, “Can you please prepare a cabin for me, Mr. Casey? My girlfriend is tired.” “Don’t worry, it’s all been arranged. Reuben, take Mr. Theo to the cabins. Watch your manners with them as they’re the family members of Southrive Port’s president. I’ll make you pay if you neglect their needs,” said Casey to his nephew. Reuben hastily stood up and made an invitatory gesture at Adrian. “Mr. Theo, your cabin has already been prepared. It was arranged by Southrive Port’s president and is the best cabin on this ship. Follow me please!” Adrian nodded and said to Casey, “I shall bid my farewell. See you.” He followed Reuben to a cabin in the cargo ship. Reuben announced, “Mr. Theo, this is your cabin. It was prepared by Southrive Port’s staff members.” “Thank you,” Adrian said to Reuben and carried Gloria into the cabin. He placed her on the bed after entering and poured her a glass of water. Gloria grabbed Adrian’s hand and reminded him, “Adrian, our destination is a dangerous place. This ship is chaotic and crowded. It’d be best for you to plan for the worst in the event someone recognizes us.” Luposians were not kind people, and Gloria was worried about that. The journey there would be akin to breaking through obstacles. They had no choice but to be cautious. Adrian sat by the bedside and stretched out his hand to caress Gloria’s delicate face. He said, “Don’t worry. I’m here, and I’ve already thought about that. I’ll deal with it when the time comes. I’m taking you to Bortuguesa no matter what happens.” Gloria smiled at Adrian and answered, “Okay. I’m sorry to trouble you, Adrian. If not for me, you could be keeping Sam and Nova company at home right now.” Adrian tapped the tip of Gloria’s nose. “Stop saying silly things. Stay strong even if you’re only doing it for your sister. I’m here, and I won’t let anything bad happen to you. Don’t forget that I’m the strongest man in the world.” Gloria sniggered, nodded, and stopped fretting. She stayed awake before falling asleep again an hour later. Adrian stayed by her side and did not let his guard down. He was vigilant at all times in anticipation of anything that could happen. Soon, night fell. Gloria woke up once again, and Adrian got her to take the medicine Winslow had prescribed. Someone knocked on the door. Reuben’s voice floated in. “Umm, Mr. Theo? Ms. Sia? Uncle Casey sent me to inform you that it’s time for dinner.” Upon hearing Reuben’s words, Adrian hastily answered, “Great. I’ll be right there.” “I’ll wait for you back at the mess then.” Reuben left. Adrian helped Gloria out of bed and said, “It’s time for you to get some exercise after sleeping for the whole day. Are you hungry? Let’s eat.” Gloria chuckled and said, “Yeah, I’m pretty hungry.” “Come one then.”