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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.

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

to her, Marcus simply didn’t want her to be

the ward with the jar, Millie informed Trenton that Marcus had regained consciousness, suggesting he could visit now.

overheard their conversation, nodded and entered the

“Mr. Thomas,” he greeted.

looking serious, inquired about their safety. “I’ve checked everything; we’re secure here.

the soup, Millie found Trenton concluding his discussion with Marcus and

Marcus’ injured hand and its encasing cast, Millie had to help him eat, spooning

attentive care. His injury, while unfortunate, provided an unexpected

hearty soup, Marcus suddenly stopped opening his

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

bold stare, made an audacious

with a spoon. I want you to feed me with your mouth,”

spilling the soup. Flustered, her cheeks

luck,” she responded, feeling a

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

intently. Since their relationship had grown closer, Marcus, when alone with her, often exhibited a shamelessly flirtatious

removed his hand,

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

opening his mouth to

to sulk, his face long and mood visibly soured. He drank the soup she fed him without