Chapter 119

Wren glanced at Alexander and took the pain relief sprays from the latter. "Thanks." "No need. It's not for you," Alexander replied, his voice a bit hesitant as he glanced past Wren toward the stairs. "Is she alright?" "I'll take care of her." Wren blocked his gaze, his eyes filled with possessiveness. Alexander studied him momentarily, wanting to say something but swallowing his words. In the end, he only said, "If she needs anything, have her contact me. I'll be going now." With that, Alexander left and closed the door behind him. Wren tucked the bottles into his pocket, then went to the kitchen to dampen the towels, placing them in the fridge to chill. He also prepared a few cold ones. He'd been listening to the sounds from upstairs, and when he heard the bathroom door open, he took out the chilled towel and headed up. Clara was leaning against the wall, limping slowly toward the bed. Wren lifted her into his arms and gently placed her on the bed. He pulled the covers over h