Chapter 101

Alanna Jacinto couldn't help but find humor in the situation after speaking.

Staying to care for her was a duty for Hades Florentine. It was not a choice. He preferred to accompany Melanie Smith to the hospital for her dressing change.

Alanna had thought she would never use responsibility as a chain to bind someone. It reminded her of the time she found out she was pregnant and didn't want to trap him with so-called responsibilities. Yet, here she was, using it.

She didn't want to watch Hades leave with Melanie. It was probably just to spite Melanie.

Hades squinted at her, then laughed after a long silence. "You didn't want me to stay before, did you, Ms. Jacinto? What changed your mind?"

Alanna met his mocking gaze. Her lips paled slightly as she replied, "Mr. Florentine, you said it yourself. Taking care of me is your responsibility, isn't it?"

Hades chuckled lightly and let go of her. "Don't worry, Ms. Jacinto. I won't leave you behind. I'll be back after changing Melanie's