Chapter 146 Married Couples Can't Be Apart

Horatio's heart jolted at Natalie's words. They shot through his cold, battered body like a warm current. He no longer resisted. Leaning on her for support, he forced himself upright with his uninjured arm. It was only a few yards, yet every step felt grueling for both of them. Natalie bore almost all of Horatio's weight. Sweat beaded across her forehead, but she never gave up. They finally reached behind a rocky area that was relatively dry. She carefully eased him down against the rocks before hurrying to gather dry branches and brittle grass. A flame sparked with a click of the lighter, and the dry grass soon caught on fire. The fire spread steadily, pushing back the surrounding darkness and chill. In the flickering glow, Horatio fixed his gaze on Natalie, who was busying around. A rush of indescribable feelings surged within him. She was fragile yet resilient; flustered yet decisive. "Alright, the fire's up. The wolves won't dare to come close." Natalie turned around and fi