Adrian did not object to Gloria’s words and turned around to walk toward the bridge.

Reuben made his way to Gloria after Adrian left and turned his head to glance at her.

Gloria was breathtakingly beautiful. She had an attractive face and a captivating figure, exuding a mature, graceful, and beautiful presence. It was rare for anyone to encounter such a beautiful woman in this world, let alone on a cargo ship.

Reuben turned his head and said to her, “Ms. Gloria, you’re really pretty. I’ve never met a woman as beautiful as you.”

Gloria was a little stunned. She turned her head and smiled at him. “Thank you,” she said.

Reuben smiled, then said, “Don’t mention it. By the way, what illness do you have? Is it serious? I can see that you’re so weak that a breeze could blow you away.”

Gloria pouted. She said to Reuben, “It’s a rather rare condition that I can’t explain. If I can’t find a cure for it, it’ll be fatal.”

“You’ll surely be cured, Ms. Gloria. My mother said that blessed