-Octavia-
Valerio had adjusted his chair slightly so that he was facing me, and one of his hands rested on my thigh beneath the blanket, gently squeezing it.
Today, I managed to summon the strength to sit up, but I hadn’t eaten anything, and I knew it concerned him. However, he didn’t pressure me. He simply observed me, occasionally offering a comforting touch, but that was the extent of it.
Soon, the door opened, and in walked Harper. She was Archer’s mate, and also the doctor here. This was the first time I encountered her. I had been informed that she was Elijah’s cousin, and I could see the family resemblance.
“So, how are we doing today?” she inquired, addressing me.
I averted my gaze, squeezing my eyes shut, trying to suppress the pain. I hadn’t spoken since breaking down in fro
