The True Heiress's Return

Chapter 272

Chapter 272

Walter's voice, usually so cold and proud, was unexpectedly gentle, which softened Shakira's heart. Slowly, she lifted a corner of the blanket, peeking out. She lay by the window. The bright moonlight cast its glow on her beautiful eyes, making them sparkle. She asked, "Is it clear now?"

Walter replied, "Yeah." It was just one soft word, but Shakira couldn't see his face softened with affection. He said uncontrollably, "I miss you."

After a pause, he added, "Don't you miss me?"

Shakira was speechless, thinking, "That is a good question.

Sensing the intense gaze through the screen, Shakira quickly replied, "Of course, I miss you." Imitating his tone, she said, "Why don't you move your hand and let me see you?"

Walter's lips curled up as he let his fingers slip away.

In the warm glow of the lamp, he was dressed in pajamas, leaning against the headboard, staring intently at her. His eyes were so deep, which made Shakira's cheeks blush slightly. "I've only been away for a day."

"And another day," Walter pointed out in a slightly complaining tone.

"Ahem! Alright, I'll be back the day after tomorrow."

Walter nodded, noticing the big floral quilt covering her, and couldn't help but frown. "It's chilly over there. Are you cold?"

"I'm okay. It's warm inside, but they said it might snow tomorrow."

"Wear more clothes."

Shakira chuckled, "I know. It's getting late. You should rest early

She glanced at the screen. It was almost midnight.

His internal clock was always precise, and he usually went to bed around ten. She wondered if he stayed up just to wait for her. They touched Shakira's heart.

She thought, 'What a silly guy!'

Suddenly inspired, she beckoned to Walter. "Come a little closer

"Hmm?" He was puzzled but did as she asked.

as his face filled the screen, Shakira pressed

ended the call first and sent a text message. [Goodnight kiss,

before snapping back to reality and letting out a soft laugh. He casually

tell you that I

Shakira: [???]

That

furiously typed. [Delete it right

[No. I'm going to

wide

you're not satisfied, send another goodnight kiss video, and I promise to

Shakira threw a string of angry emojis at him and turned off

'When I get back, I absolutely have to find a

started drifting down over

place for free health service was set up in the large open space at the village entrance. The program team worked

breakfast and arrived, the villagers had already formed a long line in the courtyard. The endless line stretched far, standing out against

the mood, was stunned. "Wow, are all these

nurse answered, "Just as you

many people. Can we

didn't respond, just silently looking at

doctors. The line had at least three to five hundred people. They really couldn't give an answer. Shakira's eyes were calm.

medical team followed her lead, quickly assuming

to help out. As they saw the doctors disinfecting and putting on protective gear, they joined

watched, they noticed something was off. This variety show wasn't what

for now, it looks

livestream a bit dull? There's

mostly a documentary-style show. If you want humor, just

as a med

too. It's

is a bit

pints of honey water every day and still didn't have a bowel movement for five days, ha-ha.] [I saw

too? That's a lot of villagers! There are only a few

doctors, and Felix makes six. But isn't he more

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