Chapter 93

The room door opened, and Millie saw Pierce's tall figure walk in. She instinctively straightened her back, trying not to look disheveled.

"How did things go at the hospital? Was the scrape serious?"

"She has a congenital blood clotting disorder, so the family usually takes extra precautions. Even the smallest cut can be a problem because it's hard to stop her bleeding."

"It's that serious? I… I didn't push her…"

"I know."

"You… know?"

This time, it was Millie's turn to be stunned. She had expected to explain herself for a long time, with her throat drying out in the process. But Pierce simply said he knew.

"I was worried about her condition at the time. She needed immediate medical attention, so I didn't have time to explain."

"Oh… So, she's alright now?"

"She's fine now. It was a false alarm, but we still need to be careful." Pierce wearily rubbed his temples.

"Have you washed up?"

"Yes, I have."

"Then go to bed early. I'll wash up too."

After showering, Pierce unfolded