Chapter 10

Michelle was still wearing her hospital gown, and for some inexplicable reason, Clarence found it oddly thrilling. Without thinking, he nodded in agreement. The setting sun bled orange through the window, draping the two figures in the hospital room in a soft, golden glow. Their posture was awkward, yet there was an undeniable intimacy between them. By the time the golden light gave way to the cool silver glow of moonlight, sweat glistened on both their foreheads. One was from fatigue, while the other was from pleasure. Clarence wiped Michelle's hands and face clean, then glanced at the time. It was 9:00 pm. Michelle had already fallen asleep in his arms. He laid her down on the bed and left the hospital. For some reason, even after he'd let out all his desire, the heaviness in his chest didn't lift. It felt as if something had slipped out of his grasp, leaving him feeling strangely empty inside. Clarence lit a cigarette and unlocked his phone, scrolling to his chat with L