Chapter 7

In the VIP ward, Luca sat on the chair beside the bed, holding a cup of warm water. A thin layer of condensation clung to the glass, making his long, defined fingers look even more elegant. Elene was leaning against the headboard, taking small sips of the water he brought her. "Take it slow." He leaned slightly closer, holding the glass nearer. "The doctor said you can't gulp water right now. It could make you choke." "Luca, am I being troublesome?" He took out a tissue and carefully dabbed at the corner of her lips. His touch grew gentler as he murmured with affection, "Don't talk nonsense." He set the glass on the nightstand and tucked the blanket around her. "You just woke up. Don't overthink. Sleep a little more." But Elene shook her head, a layer of moisture forming in her eyes. "I don't want to sleep. It's too stuffy in the hospital." She looked out at the gray sky, then turned her head and asked with a hint of hope in her voice, "Will you take me to the amusement park for