End Me, Mend Me
He returned to the bedside and picked up the half-peeled apple, acting as if nothing had happened.
However, I noticed his hand trembled slightly as he peeled the apple. It betrayed a trace of fear from what had just happened.
"Does your hand hurt?"
The words slipped out before I even realized I'd spoken.
Damien's head snapped up, eyes bright with sudden delight.
"N-No, it doesn't," he replied, shaking his head vigorously.
Then he held out the peeled apple to me, his eyes full of anticipation. I hesitated for a moment before accepting it and taking a small bite, savoring the sweetness.