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

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

been caused by a sharp

the injury was unusual, and the

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

cotton swab and

the wound was bandaged, Grace finally breathed a sigh of relief. Upon closer inspection, she realized that, due to her nervousness, her forehead was already covered in fine sweat. "This wound needs to be dressed regularly so

"Okay, I understand."

away, Xander took the opportunity to make a phone call. "Come to my place in five

asked, "Xander, who are

and replied, "You'll

curious. Not long after, the doorbell rang, and she got up. "I'll open

Xander suddenly

He'll come

puzzled, and then the door opened. Heavy footsteps approached them, and Grace could

stranger she had never met before. He wore