novelxo Chapter 1196
What was her mother's true identity? And what was the Martial World really like?
"What's on your mind?" Connor noticed her troubled expression and asked.
"It's nothing," Flora replied, shaking her head and snuggling into Connor's embrace. "Connor, I'm feeling sleepy."
Those mysteries could be unraveled later. She hadn't had a decent night's sleep in days. So tired.
Hearing this, Connor scooped her up and headed towards the helicopter, "Let's get you some rest."
Meanwhile, Crimson was still sorting out the chaos back at the medical base.
"Oh no! Moss, my Twitter got suspended!" Beck was nearly in tears; he had sensed something was off earlier, and now his fears were confirmed.
Moss glanced at him, "What's the issue? Missing out on some eye candy and jokes?"
Beck wasn't having any of it, "Who are you to judge? What's wrong with enjoying a bit of fun? It's only natural. I don't gamble or get into trouble; can't a guy appreciate some visuals? Haven't you ever?"
Seeing Beck genuinely upset, Moss's demeanor cooled, "I haven't."
With that curt reply, he turned and walked away.
...
Inside the helicopter, there was a cozy little compartment for resting. Connor gently laid Flora down on the bed.
"Get some sleep, I'll stay right here with you."
"Sleep with me," Flora insisted, holding onto his neck, not letting go. Connor's hands rested on her waist. "Connor, you've got those panda eyes."
Connor couldn't help but laugh, "Alright, let's nap together."
Flora scooted over a bit, and Connor kicked off his shoes and shrugged off his jacket, settling beside her.
She was genuinely exhausted and drifted off soon after closing her eyes. Connor listened to her soft breathing, turned his head to watch her, his eyes brimming with warmth. He leaned in and planted a gentle kiss on her cheek. Then, he too closed his eyes and succumbed to sleep.
...
Connor had been worn out too, and with Flora beside him, he felt a profound peace, slipping from light sleep into a deep slumber.
Flora was the one who eventually woke him up.
He opened his eyes to find her sitting on top of him, lifting his shirt up to his chest.
Connor snapped awake immediately.
"Hold still." Flora pressed him back down, her fingers probing the wound on his abdomen.
"Connor, you've really done a number on yourself."
"It's just a scratch. The doctor's already checked it out."
"Externa sure, it's not much," Flora
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advice and take your meds
Her tone made Connor uneasy, "What's really going on?"
The doctor had prescribed him a bunch of meds, and he was puzzled about why.
"It's not a big deal," Flora smiled, "just that... this injury has affected your spleen and kidneys, leading to "
She paused, "Connor, you've got a bit of a kidney deficiency."
Connor: "..."
"Proper care and nourishment are crucial, or it might lead to some... performance issues." Connor: "..."
His expression was priceless, his temples throbbing in disbelief. He gave her waist a playful pinch, "So, you're all rested now, and here to mess with me?"
He inadvertently hit Flora's ticklish spot, and she burst into laughter holding his neck tightly, "I'm telling the truth, not pulling your leg. m thinking about our future happiness together."