CHAPTER 43

Rodrigo pov

Hillary fell asleep during the entire ride home. I kept on stealing glances at her, I couldn't control my joy over the fact that she was all better now. She's a brave and strong woman. She held on then, and she did the same this time around.

We arrived home and I carried her upstairs. Her roses were still with her. I made Greta prepare a hot bath for her. I tapped her nose lightly until she opened her eyes.

“Hey love, you need a bath, I'll help you come on.” She yawned and stretched. “Stay away from me, you pervert.” She uttered in a sleepy voice, and I couldn't help but laugh.

I peeled off her clothing and carried her into the tub. She blinked slowly as I cleaned her up. Her hand travelled to my face, and she caressed my cheek.

“You're so beautiful.” She said slowly, I chuckled at her statement. “I'm a boy.”

“Boys can be beautiful, and you are one.” She argued. I smiled and nodded in agreement.

"Are you aware of my love for you?" I'm not sure if it was from the