Chapter 118

His brows furrowed as he glanced at her briefly, then gently scooped her into his arms, carefully laying her down on their bed. He hurried off to get a glass of water.

As Rosette sipped the water, she felt a mixture of embarrassment and amusement. Khein's concern had an intensity that surprised her, making her realize the depth of his worry. She couldn't help but chuckle at his stern expression.

His fingers continued to run through his hair, a clear sign of the residual tension. "Don't do that again. You scared me," he reiterated, his voice a blend of relief and a touch of scolding.

She couldn't resist teasing him a bit. "Kinda overreacting, ain't I?" Her sheepish grin contrasted with his still-concerned demeanor.

He sighed, sitting down beside her. "I just want you to be okay. I put effort into cooking, and seeing your reaction... well, it got to me."

She reached out, playfully nudging him. "I appreciate the effort, really. Maybe just stick to the usual recipes next time?"

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