It took around two minutes before Edel slightly recovered from the pain. During which, I held her closely, stroking her hair and cheeks or kissing her lips as a means to take her mind off of it.
Through her half-opened eyes, the girl then searched for my figure and issued a rather forced smile. Most likely, it's to relieve or prevent me from worrying about her.
This girl just kept on being lovely.
Understanding her intention, the smile I used to respond to it came naturally. My heart was set aflutter from her special consideration. I now have one more reason why I love this girl a lot.
"Mhm... You endured it well, Edel. Good job." I muttered words of praise which the girl readily accepted. She then rubbed her cheek on my hand, transferring its warmth, before asking for another kiss thr
