However, she wasn’t skillful at it, and she couldn't peel the apple skin in one strip. When she finished, the apple looked somewhat messy."I'm not very good at peeling apples," Coco said awkwardly."It's alright," Lucas replied, taking the apple from her and biting into it.Coco watched him quietly. He seemed thinner and paler than before.She felt fuzzy and warm when he said he had willingly taken the stab for her. The man she loved had risked his life for her. How could she suppress her feelings? However, there was always a voice reminding her that the one he truly loved was Serenity. So, she was afraid to let her feelings run wild.If she ever got the chance, she would repay him for saving her life."What's the matter? Why are you staring at me?" Lucas broke the silence."I was just thinking about how I should repay you for saving my life," Coco murmured.Lucas stared at her intently. "Coco, you don't need to repay me. I’ve never thought about that.” “It’s none of your business a
"Don’t worry, it doesn't hurt at all," Lucas reassured Coco. "It’s such a long wound... I wonder if it will leave a scar," she mumbled."It doesn't matter even if it does," he replied. "I'm a man. A few scars don't bother me. But if you don't like it, I can always get a scar removal treatment."She was stunned. His words seemed to suggest he would do anything that pleased her. Please? Coco quickly shook her head, trying to clear her thoughts. "The nurse said you have to take two kinds of pills. You... you should take them now."She hurriedly picked up the two types of medicine the nurse had left on the bedside table. Then, she prepared the pill and poured a glass of warm water for Lucas. "Coco, you can go home if you feel uncomfortable staying here. There are doctors, nurses, aides, and my men here to take care of me," Lucas said after taking the medicine.She blinked. He had noticed her discomfort!"You got hurt because of me. It's my responsibility to stay here and take care of yo
"He was stabbed in the abdomen and needed eleven stitches. Luckily, it didn't hit any vital organs. The doctor wants him to stay in the hospital for observation, but if everything goes well, he can be discharged in a couple of days," Coco explained.Caleb grumbled, "Hmm... it seems he really does care about you, going as far as to risk his life for you. If it were me in danger, he'd probably just watch on coldly."Feeling awkward, Coco said, "He... he would probably save you too. You're his friend, he...""I know his personality well enough," Caleb shrugged. "He’s always been indifferent to everyone and everything except for the people he cares about. Back then, it was Serenity. Now, it's..."Caleb paused, suddenly feeling awkward himself. "Haha... Sorry for mentioning Serenity. I hope you don't mind," he laughed dryly."It's fine," Coco said softly, her eyelashes trembling as she lowered her gaze. "I know Lucas loves Serenity and has loved her for many years. If Serenity hadn't marrie
Coco was taken aback. Could it be possible? Given more time, could she replace Serenity's place in Lucas' heart?"If you really believe that Lucas will never fall in love with you, then how long do you think it will take for him to find someone he can truly love? It's been years since he was rejected by Serenity, yet you're the only one he found. If even you reject him, how long will it take for him to find that person you mentioned? Ten years? Twenty years? Or will he never find her? Life is short, Coco. He doesn't have an eternity to keep looking."Each word spoken by Caleb pounded on Coco's chest like a heavy boulder, making it difficult for her to breathe."Coco, I still believe that you are the only one who can pull Lucas out of despair. And he's someone you cannot miss out on. If you let him slip away because of your stubbornness, I guarantee you will regret it one day, and the regret will haunt you for the rest of your life!"Caleb spoke with unwavering conviction.Coco's g
Lucas glared at Caleb."Fine, I'll leave!" Caleb quickly said. After all, the patient's wish must be respected. He got up and headed for the door."Oh, by the way, Coco said she's only going home to grab something. She'll be back later," he added before exiting the hospital room, leaving Lucas alone.Lucas was stunned. It took him a while to regain his senses. He rubbed his forehead with a wry smile on his face.Earlier, he felt down because Coco was gone, and now, his mood was soaring after hearing what Caleb said.These fluctuations in his emotions were all due to Coco.What's wrong with him?... Although he liked Coco, this was too...Suddenly, the hospital room door swung open once again."Back already? Do you have something else to say?" Lucas sighed, assuming it was Caleb returning."Um... If you don't like me being here, I can stay outside," a timid voice spoke.Lucas froze. He looked up at the person standing by the door.She had a backpack slung over her shoulder and
Coco pursed her lips as she set her sketchbook aside, silently observing Lucas. Did she really want to let him slip away? And how long would it take for him to find someone he could truly love? She feared that jealousy might destroy their relationship, that his love for Serenity was too deep, that he would never truly fall in love with her.In this relationship, she feared many things.But... was she really going to let it end like this? Coco's hand instinctively reached out to gently stroke Lucas' cheek, feeling his warmth beneath her touch."Lucas, can I really do it?" she whispered, seeking an answer from him, but also asking herself.Lucas suddenly furrowed his brow, and he tossed his head from side to side with an uneasy expression on his face. "Coco... no..." he muttered.Coco was taken aback. Was he having a nightmare? And he's dreaming of her?She noticed a thin layer of sweat forming on his forehead, and the temperature of his skin beneath her hand seemed to be ris
Lucas, please let go so that the nurse can take your temperature," Coco persuaded."Don't jump, don't... I don't want to lose you... Coco, don't jump..." he continued to mumble."Alright, alright, I won't jump, I won't leave you," she said, unsure of the situation but decided to assure him. "Just let go for a moment so the nurse can take your temperature and check on you, alright?"Finally, her words seemed to get through to him. Slowly, his grip loosened, and Coco breathed a sigh of relief. The nurse quickly measured Lucas' temperature with a thermometer."103 degrees," she reported.Indeed, he had a fever.The nurse promptly informed the doctor.Lucas held Coco's hand the entire time. His eyes were half open, seemingly looking at her, yet lacking focus. He continued to murmur, "Don't jump... Coco, don't jump..."Soon, the doctor arrived, and Coco anxiously inquired, "Doctor, what's happening to him? He keeps saying incoherent things, and earlier... I think he had a nightmare.
"You're awake. Are you feeling alright?" Coco asked with concern."What happened to me?" Lucas inquired. He felt weak, and he was sweating all over."You had a fever last night. The doctor gave you an injection and an IV drip," she explained. "Thank goodness your fever has subsided. The nurse will come to check your temperature soon.""You stayed by my side all night?" he asked.She shyly smiled in response.His attention then shifted to their tightly intertwined hands. He immediately realized something and asked, "Have I been holding your hand the whole time?""You had a nightmare yesterday and kept calling my name. You held my hand and wouldn't let go," Coco curiously asked, "What did you dream about? Why did you keep telling me not to jump?"His face turned pale, and his gaze shifted to their intertwined hands as his grip involuntarily tightened. "I dreamt of you standing on the edge of a cliff, about to jump. I shouted desperately and ran over to try to grab you, but... it's