Ashley was already injured, and Dilan wouldn't let her work, not only out of concern, but also because her physical condition truly wouldn't allow it.
"I'm fine."
Ashley grimaced. "I can't believe I'm so useless. I can't even do something this simple."
Her face was filled with frustration. She wanted to grab the shovel again, but the sharp pain in her arm made her hesitate.
"Ashley, just be obedient and rest," Dilan said with a sigh of relief, comforting her gently. "You can help us work when you're healed. If you get hurt again, I'll be worried about you the whole time, and then I really won't be able to do anything."
"I…"
"Be obedient."
Ashley wanted to argue, but Dilan's gentle yet firm gaze made her pause, unable to speak. In Dilan's embrace, Ashley felt the breadth of his shou
