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."

His eyes were fixed on her as they sat on the

carefully tended to his wound. Her actions were gentle, each one done with the utmost

had been caused by

sensed that the injury was unusual, and the thought nagged her. "Xander, how exactly did you

simply said, "It was a minor accident. Nothing serious." Sᴇaʀᴄh thᴇ FindNʘᴠᴇl.nᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ

press further. "Be more careful in the future. Don't get

a cotton swab and put on some ointment, carefully

closer inspection, she realized that, due to her nervousness, her forehead was already covered in fine

"Okay, I understand."

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

asked, "Xander, who are

and replied, "You'll know

Not long after, the doorbell rang, and

hadn't walked far when Xander suddenly tugged

He'll come in

the door opened. Heavy footsteps approached them, and Grace

never met before. He wore a grave expression,