She replied, We need to dig up something concrete ourselves, anything to confirm our suspicions. I plan to pay back in kind. Now that they want to play dirty, Ill join the game and see what this Zephyria noble has.
Nathan brushed Lucindas cheek tenderly, his Lips meeting hers softly, cherishing her like the most precious jewel.
He said affectionately, Feel free to call the shots. Im your devoted soldier, ready to go the extra mile for you.
Lucinda let out a soft laugh. I dont need a soldier.
Then what do you desire? Nathan asked.
Lucinda signaled to him with her finger, and Nathan promptly leaned in to hear.
She whispered, Id rather have you as my special pony, my only ride.
Lucindas frail voice heightened her vulnerability, intensifying Nathans urge to protect and stand up for her.
It was just a playful, flirtatious remark.
Nathans throat felt dry with anticipation, his excitement building.
In that instant, Lucinda also felt excitement, and her little finger began tracing the shape of Nathans earlobe.
This electrifying feeling sent Nathans heart racing.
He clasped Lucindas delicate wrist, kised her hand, and whispered, Lucinda, please dont tease. You
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know I have no willpower when it comes to you. If you keep going, I might lose control.
With a slight frown marking his displeasure at the predicament, Nathan peered deeply into Lucindas eyes and whispered, Youve been injured, and you need to heal from a head injury. No matter my desire, I cant be close to you now. So please, Lucinda, dont make this harder for me.
Lucinda didnt intend to torment him, just wanted to spend some time with Nathan as she woke up from a coma.
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Honey, my stomachs growling. Lucinda voiced her hunger.
Nathan reached for his phone, preparing to call the hospitals cafeteria for a meal. Lucinda, what would you like to eat?
Anything. Im just hungry, yet I have no appetite. Something light will do, Lucinda said.
Understood.
Nathan, with his knack for ideas, took Lucindas words to heart and came up with a selection of dishes he knew shed enjoy.
Meanwhile, in stark contrast to the hospital room where false alarms had subsided, the environment at the police station was thick with urgency and tension.
The best and most skilled police officers were brought in to investigate the incident involving Nathan and Lucindas attack.
But after a full day, there wasnt any forward movement in the case.
Ellsworth had set a deadline. They had just three days left to uncover the mastermind behind it all.