In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

As soon as she finished speaking, Xander pulled her into his embrace, whispering in her ear, "Okay."

Their bodies pressed close together, and Grace could distinctly feel the thudding of her heart against her chest.

She struggled to escape from his embrace.

"Where's the first aid kit? I'll tend to your wounds."

"There's no need for that. The doctor has already taken care of it."

"It's okay. It seems like your wound has reopened," Grace said, then turned around and began looking for the first aid kit.

Watching her bustle around, Xander smiled and stood up, walking toward another cabinet.

"The first aid kit is here."

Slightly embarrassed, Grace hurriedly took the kit from him. "Sit down. I'll change your dressing."

fixed on her as they sat on the

kit, took out the tools, and carefully tended to his wound. Her actions were gentle, each one done with the utmost care until she removed the original

had been caused by a sharp

sensed that the injury was unusual, and the

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to say more, she didn't press further. "Be more

swab and put on some ointment, carefully treating

bandaged, Grace finally breathed a sigh of relief. Upon closer inspection, she realized that, due to her

"Okay, I understand."

opportunity to make a phone call. "Come to my place in five

and asked, "Xander, who are you

call and replied,

was somewhat curious. Not long after, the doorbell rang, and

when Xander suddenly tugged

come

Heavy footsteps approached

a stranger she had never met before. He wore a grave expression, and his face was