She then leaned in and ki*sed Matthew on the lips.

While such affection might have delighted Matthew under different circumstances, his prevailing concern was for Stella’s health and well-being.

Matthew deepened the ki*s before gently laying Stella down on the bed.

He then went to the bathroom, returned with a wet towel wrapped around ice, and applied it to her face.

The sudden cold touch made Stella shiver, snapping her back to a semblance of clarity.

“Matthew, are you trying to kill me?” she asked jokingly.

Her voice was still weak from the drug’s influence.

Seeing her regain consciousness brought Matthew a sense of relief.

Their moment was interrupted by a knock at the door.

Matthew stood to welcome the private doctor he had called.

“Mrs.

Clark will be fine.

” The doctor reassured Matthew after examining Stella and conducting a blood test.

takes this medication, and the

“Okay.

accepted the medication as the doctor took his

he had given Stella the

she came fully around, snuggling up in his

water given by Rose,” she said after a moment

“I’ll handle it.

expressionless as he stroked Stella’s

“For now, just rest.

found himself in a hospital bed, his hope for recovery interrupted by the sudden

group that blocked

could you think of hiding out in

“Time to pay up!”

you’re going to

regret it once

throbbing pain, Leo clasped his

“Give m

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