As he spoke, Darryl moved forward to help Celine up.

Darryl could see that Celine was about to enter a psychotic break.

It was apparent that she had broken focus while cultivating.

"I'm fine."

However, before Darryl could even get close to Celine, she trembled again. She stopped him. "You don't have to help me. I'll be fine as long as I take my time." As she spoke, she struggled to sit upright.

Celine was in a state of absolute panic.

It was only her and Darryl then, and there were unspoken taboos about how men and women should not get too close to each other. If Queenie returned and saw that, they would not be able to explain themselves.

Darryl was an intelligent man, and he could read Celine's thoughts instantly. He sighed helplessly to himself.

Why did Celine still care so much for airs and formalities at a time like that?

Then, Darryl asked, "Are you sure you're alright?" Psychotic breaks were somewhat dangerous, and most people could barely go through them.

"I—"

Celine