Darryl was also stunned as he saw Olive's face. 'Sh*t! I didn't hold myself back and now I'm exposed.'
He forced a smile and explained, "Olive, let me explain. I really couldn't speak yesterday and after resting for a night, my voice has finally come back."
He looked closely at Olive, worrying that she would be furious. If this were any other girl, he would not be bothered. However, Olive was kind-hearted and did all she could to let him stay at the Sword Sect. He would feel bad if he hurt her.
Seeing Darryl looking worried, Olive gathered her thoughts and burst into laughter. "You're not mute? Your voice is pretty enchanting."
Then, she tilted her head and appraised Darryl as she asked curiously, "Dart, how did you get hurt? Why couldn't you speak?"
Olive had grown up freely in the Sword Sect and had been cultivating for more than ten years. She had read a lot, but it was her first time encountering someone turning mute after being injured.
Darryl scratched his head and quickly