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For some reason, our roles had reversed.
[<system> You cannot leave the guest room.]</system>
It had been a while since the sun passed its zenith, and no sunlight came through the east-facing window. I sat huddled in the corner of the bed, blankly hugging my knees.
Reed wasn’t the type to abandon someone in shock and confusion just to satisfy his own desires. Instead, he cared for me with utmost devotion, quietly staying by my side.
But in return…
“I’ll come back tonight. Rest for now.”
“…”
He said this as he stood up, leaving a table full of refreshments behind.
As he kissed my hair, his gaze lingered on me, its depth impossible to misinterpret.
Yeah, it’s confirmed—this has turned into a captivity story with a 19+ rating.
“Alright, take care…”
I assumed he was giving me time alone, so I accepted his consideration and weakly bid him farewell. A bright gleam of delight flashed in Reed’s eyes.