Chapter 104

Although we hardly stayed there, the housekeeper kept the place spotless, with no dust in sight. Even the bed linens were changed every three days, fresh and crisp.

Above the headboard hung a wedding photo, a vintage masterpiece crafted by a top-notch editor, seamless and perfect.

It wasn’t until Bryant sat on the bed that I tried to pull my wrist away. He tightened his grip, furrowing his brows. “We’re not officially divorced yet, and you can’t even help me with a little first aid?”

“I’ll grab the first aid kit. What else am I supposed to use?” Feeling defeated, I had no choice but to comply.

Only then did Bryant let go of me. “Go ahead.”

I rummaged through the drawer for the first aid kit, took out the antiseptic and ointment, and stood before him.

The gash on his forehead was ghastly. I slightly bowed my head, one hand supporting the back of his head, the other gently cleaning away the blood.

Timothy had given it to Bryant. As soon as I wiped away the blood, more seeped out.

It looked so painful. “Does it hurt?” I asked.

lot.” Bryant looked up at me, his eyes

while disinfecting it, he said contentedly, “That’s better,

him, “We’re getting

just habit.” His eyes dropped slightly, shadowed by his long lashes, giving him an

unexpectedly harmless vib

in my heart. “It’s okay.

would eventually get used to it.

used to turning in bed and hugging his waist, seeking comfort in his embrace. But lately, I’d often find myself

up isn’t the breakup, but getting

heals all wounds. Eventually, it will all pass. Call

fell silent and asked, “Do we have to

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new lives. You will, and so will 1.” 1 twisted open the ointment tube and applied it, then placed a

leave, I knew I had to

probably still

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