Millie withdrew her hand, interpreting his words as an implication that she was unsatisfied with her desires.

Pouting, she warned, “Tease me once more, and I’ll leave you to rest alone.”

This approach seemed to have an effect on Marcus.

“No more teasing. I promise. To answer your question, the doctor might have said three days for most, but do I look like most? With my resilience, three hours suffice.”

“Fine, since you’re awake, you should rest well. Don’t speak too much; recovering from surgery isn’t trivial. I’ll fetch some soup from the cafeteria.”

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Millie felt a mix of emotions as she realized Marcus had woken up much earlier than expected. Initially embarrassed by her bold move, she was ultimately relieved; her fears about his prolonged unconsciousness had been unfounded.

Aware of his recent blood loss and consequent weakness, she understood the importance of providing him with nourishing food.

“Hurry back,” Marcus requested.

“I’ll be quick,” promised Millie, picking up the thermal jar from the counter.

his request stemmed from hunger, and with a sense of joy, she agreed

to her, Marcus simply didn’t want her to

Trenton that Marcus had regained consciousness, suggesting he could visit now. She then proceeded alone to

their conversation, nodded

“Mr. Thomas,” he greeted.

inquired about their safety. “I’ve checked everything; we’re secure here. No suspicious characters in the vicinity,” Trenton assured

with the soup, Millie found Trenton concluding

its encasing cast, Millie had

injury, while unfortunate, provided an unexpected opportunity to be doted on

spoonfuls of the hearty soup, Marcus suddenly stopped opening his mouth for

the matter? Is it too salty? Not to your taste?” Millie asked, concerned, ready to

bold stare, made an audacious

a spoon. I want you

Flustered, her

she responded, feeling a mix of embarrassment

request, Marcus softly touched her elbow with a gentle smile. “Why

her expression turning firm, stared at him intently. Since their relationship had grown closer, Marcus, when alone with her, often

hand, maintaining a serious

and have this soup, or I’ll call the doctor for an IV. It’s your choice,”

opening his mouth to drink the soup she

He drank

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