Xyla Quest seemed very focused as she continued to examine Stanley Batton’s elbow professionally. Meanwhile, Stanley sat cooperatively, silently allowing her to examine him.

The light shining against her face from the outside made her appear even gentler. Despite the large coat that hung over her shoulders, she did not look any less attractive.

After repeatedly examining his elbow, Xyla looked up at Stanley.

“I don’t think there’s any displacement or crack in your bones. However, just as a precautionary measure, we should get an X-ray for it at the hospital. Sometimes, it’s impossible to tell if there’s a crack in the bones from the outside,” Xyla said.

“Okay,” Stanley said.

“The cops will be here soon. We’ll go to the hospital after we explain to them what went on here,” Xyla said.

“Alright,” Stanley answered.

“Thank you for taking the hit for me,” Xyla said softly.

When Xyla recalled how Stanley took the bat’s hit without hesitation, she felt a warm sensation spread in her heart.

“Don’t worry about it,” he replied calmly as if it was not a big deal.

“Also, I’m sorry,” Xyla frowned apologetically.

looked at her inquisitively. However, he had the usual

husband, Stanley

to do my part. There’s nothing for you

logical sense, I’m still sorry that you got injured,”

“It’s alright,” Stanley said.

in case he takes any further action, ” Xyla said. She was a little worried about what could happen to him

said calmly. His facial expression made it clear he was

more men with you whenever you head out,”

“Done,” Stanley said.

you can’t handle it, give me

began smiling playfully.

had

grown up, he had been perceived as the man capable of doing anything and everything. All this while, it had been other people coming to him for help. No one had ever told

matter?” Xyla seemed

Stanley said calmly after looking at her for a long

***

few minutes later, the

what happened to the police, the

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