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Morning came and Jaxon went about his role of playing nursemaid. When Ruby woke up, he helped her with her bath and left her to get dressed.

He got ready himself, and together they went down the stairs to the kitchen for breakfast.

"So what do you want?" He asked her as he brought out a pan from the cupboard.

"Hmm, anything's fine." She told him with a shy smile. He smiled back.

He could finally see his chirpy Ruby peaking through the sad exterior she'd had on for days. She was finally smiling again and color had come back to her cheeks. Her bruises had completely faded, and she didn't hurt anymore, which he was glad about.

"Anything?" He asked with a raised brow and her smile broadened.

"Well... How about pancakes, eggs, and sausages with a side of fruit? Oh! And could you make that chamomile tea for me?" She asked and he smirked.

Her appetite was back and she could eat well again. Ruby had always been one to have a hearty breakfast and she especially loved pancakes and eggs. He w