Chapter 227

At that moment, Samantha felt conflicted. She reached out a hand to gently caress Xander's brow. It stirred something within her. Her voice softened as she asked, "Really?" Would his feelings for her last forever? Would they not dissipate with the passage of time? Her voice betrayed her uncertainty, hesitation, worry, and fear. Xander's heart ached. Because of Joseph, she was hesitant to accept affection from anyone. She needed constant reassurance before she could tentatively take a step forward. Joseph truly deserved to rot in hell. Suppressing the urge to curse, Xander murmured a soft hum of acknowledgment. He then yawned from exhaustion, turned over, and continued to sleep in front of Samantha. Soon, Samantha heard his steady breathing. She looked at Xander meaningfully, then gently picked up the blanket from the couch and carefully draped it over him. "Bye, Xander. Sweet dreams." Although she knew Xander wasn't fully conscious, she still gave him a smile and waved goodbye.