I let my hand remain in his grip, feeling the warmth spreading from that touch. Although I was still tired, there was a strange comfort in this togetherness. Damian didn't force conversation, he just let silence fill the drive home, occasionally smiling at me."We're home, sweetheart," he said as the car stopped in front of the big house.I let out a sigh of relief, opened the car door, and stepped out. Damian followed me, his hand still holding mine. I looked at him, and for the first time, I didn't feel the need to pretend."Thank you for picking me up," I said softly."Of course, I wouldn't let you come home alone after a long day of hard work," he answered, kissing my forehead.I smiled, then entered the house. Damian followed behind me. I took off my shoes and sat on the sofa, stretching my aching legs. Damian sat beside me, his hands starting to gently massage my shoulders."You're tense," he said, his fingers pressing softly into the stiff muscles."Three surgeries in one day i
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