CHAP 22

I woke up to the feeling of someone caressing my face. I slowly opened my eyes. The mixture of Xenoah's serious and worried face was exposed to my eyes as I sat on the bed I was lying on.

"Goodmorning" he said hoarsely as he continued to gently caress my face.

"Goodmorning" I spoke back then smiled to reduce his anxiety.

"I'm sorry I wasn't there to protect you" he said sadly.

I just let out a sigh and tried to get up. He immediately supported me.

I hold his face and smiled again.

"You're always there Xenoah. You're always there." I sincerely said and gave him a peck on his lips.

"You said I'd be happy again?" I change the matter.

He smiled and just shook his head and then looked at me seriously.

"You're strong baby I know that" he uttered and pat my head.

I was confused by what he said. He got up from his seat then walked towards the door. He opened the door and then seemed to be talking to someone from there.

Slowly, a kid entered the room.

My lips parted as I looked at the boy next