48: Sunshine Rain

The intensity of the ongoing battle was clearly taking a toll. Even with Hela's noble status, she was in dire need of medical attention. Although she had been treated in the recuperation chamber, scars still marred her face and body, indicating the severity of her injuries before.

Hela was known for her resilience and ability to withstand significant injuries. Even when attacked by a Frost Dragon, she had continued to fight, pushed by her determination and Rhodes's persuasion to heal her wounds.

Rhodes couldn't help but feel a surge of anger. He had once been Hela's bodyguard, and seeing her in this condition was difficult for him to bear.

Upon seeing Rhodes enter, Hela's pale face brightened with joy, and she greeted him weakly.

Rhodes inquired about the situation on the front lines, and Hela's expression turned somber as she recounted the ongoing battles. She explained the difficulties they faced, with the Frost Giants and Flame Giants taking turns attacking and causing heavy casualties. Hela's army had lost 40% of its manpower, with three thousand Asgardian warriors losing their lives.

The rest of the Asgardian fighters were seriously wounded and had been sent back to Asgard for healing. The front lines were becoming a stalemate, and the situation was dire.

Rhodes offered to help when Hela had recovered from her injuries. However, Hela was surprised by his willingness to join the battlefield and expressed her concerns for his safety.

But Rhodes was determined to assist, stating, "I'll help you when you recover from your injury."

Hela was touched by his willingness to help but also worried about his safety. She declined his offer, stating that his task was to train the heroic warriors of the Hall of Valor. Rhodes, however, insisted, arguing that she needed someone to help her in her weakened state.

Rhodes then requested to see her injuries, causing Hela to blush. Her body was covered in wounds from the battles, and she felt self-conscious about revealing them. Eventually, she reluctantly agreed to let Rhodes examine her injuries.

As Hela removed her outer robe, Rhodes's keen eyesight allowed him to see her injuries clearly, even through the light gauze. He tried to maintain his composure, but his heart raced as he observed her graceful figure. Hela had endured numerous battles, resulting in a variety of injuries, some of which were quite severe.

Rhodes fought to keep his emotions in check, taking deep breaths to maintain control. He couldn't let his attraction to Hela interfere with his goal of healing her.

He examined her wounds carefully. One was a circular wound on her left shoulder, likely from a fire giant's arrow. Another was a long, slender wound on her left lower rib, extending from her back to her chest, marked by frostbite. Rhodes realized that Hela had experienced many intense and tragic battles before succumbing to her injuries.

Unable to contain his concern any longer, Rhodes offered to heal her wounds. Hela initially hesitated but eventually lay down as Rhodes instructed.

Rhodes closed his eyes and felt a warm energy flow through his hands. When he extended his palm, countless tiny specks of light, formed from the power of the sun, emanated from his hands. These light particles possessed both healing properties and the ability to soothe and inspire.

As the sun's energy rained down on her, Hela felt a warm sensation enveloping her. Her original wounds no longer hurt, and the burning or frostbite sensations had disappeared. Hela was amazed to see her wounds healing at a visible rate, even those that had resisted the recuperation chamber's treatments.

In awe, she asked, "What kind of magical power is this? It can heal wounds that the recuperation chamber couldn't."