“It’s much better,” Patricia responded softly.

Ellar frowned. “You haven’t changed this bandage at all, have you? You haven’t redressed the wound.”

Patricia was momentarily taken aback, her voice even softer, “It’s really okay.”

Indeed, she hadn’t changed it, but that was because the wound wasn’t serious.

It had been properly treated yesterday, and it would be fully healed in a couple of days.

Ellar, however, wasn’t satisfied with her brushing it off and fetched a first- aid kit to help Patricia redress the wound.

“Really. I’m fine,” Patricia instinctively tried to stop Ell ar but found herself being held even tighter.

Holding her arm tight, Ellar said seriously, “Stay still.”

a bit uneasy, Patricia reluctantly replied, “I can manage on my own. ” If the

he frowned. ‘If not taken care of well, it could get infected.’ After removing the bandage, Ellar took out a cleaning swab and

actions, Patricia unconsciously bit her lip, her

Can’t you take a break?” Ell ar muttered while treating the wound, his tone betraying his concern

just a minor injury. In the past…” Patricia started to explain

a moment, and then continued to tend

ever again,” Ellar said with determination in his eyes. ‘Now that she’s with Nicole, she’ll only be involved in corporate affairs, far removed from the constant dangers of her previous life.’ Patricia didn’t respond, thinking, ‘Who could be certain about the future?’ “Tell him to find a more peaceful job,” Ellar said, avoiding Patricia’s gaze as he

a moment to realize he was referring

a slight twitch of her lips, Patricia

you really want to live a life always on edge?” “You don’t understand,” Patricia bit her lip slightly, offering no further explanation

of life she and Charlie had was all about the present situation. With all the challenges and secrets they dealt with, hoping for a peaceful

could have that peaceful life. But by choosing to stick with Jared and Nicole, they were set on following through with their decisions and doing what they believed was

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