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."

did as told. His eyes were fixed

actions were gentle, each one done with the utmost care until she removed the original bandage and finally saw

it had been caused by a

furrowed. She sensed that the injury was unusual, and the

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reluctant to say more, she didn't press further. "Be more careful in the future. Don't get yourself

a cotton swab and put on some ointment, carefully treating his

that, due to her nervousness, her

"Okay, I understand."

Xander took the opportunity to make a phone call. "Come to my place

was curious and asked,

call and replied, "You'll know

after, the doorbell

walked far when Xander suddenly tugged on

He'll come

the door opened. Heavy footsteps approached them,

He wore a grave expression, and his face was hard to