The servant ushered Egbert Hall into the room.

Egbert approached cautiously, aware of Alexis’ status.

He meticulously checked her temperature and examined the thermometer.

“Slightly over 100 degrees.

It’s going down.

Nonetheless, he gave Alexis an injection to lower her fever and prescribed some medication for her.

Finally, he examined her closely and remarked, “Illness is inevitable for human beings, but Mrs.

Douglas appears to be particularly frail.

She should regularly consume tonics to bolster her health first, or she’ll just continue to fall ill easily.

Douglas, Leonel didn’t refute a Despite their known divorce, Alexis was currently lying on his bed, indicating a deeper connection between

Egbert left soon after.

the servant to escort Egbert out before he gingerly lay down beside Alexis

slept peacefully, rarely displaying such

softly against hers and

this stolen

held her as if

eventually stopped, leaving the night

the eaves outside the window

paid attention to the gentle patter

last

like they

matter how lengthy the night felt, it would

a hazy glow in the morning light, he leaned down to plant a gentle

he released her

stretched out, as if grasping

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255