Maria blinked a few times, then said, "I'm feeling a bit thirsty."

Herman shook his head gently. "You can't drink water right now. How about this-I'll use a cotton swab to moisten your lips. It'll help a little, alright?"

Maria was silent for a moment before asking, "When can I drink water?"

"In 24 hours," Herman replied.

Immediately, Maria's expression turned despairing, and she closed her eyes, looking defeated. "I'm really thirsty..."

Herman didn't say anything more but turned and busied himself.

Moments later, Maria felt something cool and moist on her lips.

Startled, she opened her eyes to find Herman sitting at the bedside, holding a cup of water in one hand and a cotton swab in the other, carefully moisturizing her lips.

His expression was focused, his eyes resting solely on her lips, without any other intention. The room was brightly lit, casting clear lines across his handsome features. His calm, attentive gaze made Maria pause for a moment.

It was a strange feeling, unfamiliar yet oddly intriguing. She found herself momentarily wanting to explore it further.

But she quickly stopped herself from going down that road. She was already entangled with Sidney-getting involved with another man would make her feel like a player.

much better now,"

try to get

time is it now?" Maria asked, still feeling

three in the

a nurse for me? That way, it won't interfere with your own schedule, and you can still fulfill the task Tiana gave you." Herman shook his head slightly. "I just got back to the country, and work hasn't fully

or resist me so

he was trying to

calmly and replied, "With you saying that, it feels

soft smile. "Then don't refuse. Just accept it

with a quiet "Thank you" and closed

was clearly to cramped for him, making sleep uncomfortable. But he didn't

made

her promptly.

...

early, bringing breakfast made by their family's chef. Unfortunately, Maria wasn't allowed

thing, you can only watch us eat," Tiana said with mock sympathy, giving Maria

another option-you two could eat outside

"You're right, it's too cruel to eat in front of

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