Hitched & Hitched Again: A Comedy of Marital Mayhem

Chapter 379

Tarquin was at a loss, his feelings a mix of concern and frustration.

"Look, don't freak out. We're in Elijah's hospital room. You passed out from getting all worked up, so I carried you back here. I swear I didn't do anything inappropriate. I just wanted to check your injuries," Tarquin tried to explain, his voice a blend of reassurance and slight impatience.

Elysia, however, wasn't having any of it. She clutched the collar of her hospital gown defensively, eyeing him with a mix of suspicion and downright fear.

Her demeanor was as tense as it had been during the altercation earlier. It was clear she was on edge.

Tarquin couldn't help but feel both heartache and helplessness at her reaction. "I'd never hurt you, you know. You don't have to be on guard around me. How are you feeling? Anything out of sorts? Should I get a doctor to check on you?"

After a brief moment, Elysia's frown deepened as she asked, "Where's Elijah?"

"Outside," Tarquin responded simply.

Elysia threw off the covers and rushed out to

poorly inserted IV needle, Elysia's heart broke. She trembled as she touched

her precious son, her most

sorry. Mommy's here now, and I'm not going anywhere. Please wake up and see

dare. He wanted to offer her a tissue to wipe her tears, but he was too afraid to upset her further. All he could do was awkwardly try

stable now. He just needs some rest," he attempted to

sad. Please, don't cry," he

both Elijah's heart and

Elysia

Tarquin froze, confused.

just leave us be for a while? I don't

heavy heart. What else could he