Chapter 34. His Aftercare

Alice's POV

I suddenly wake up, and my eyes widen in surprise as I see Master, staring at my wound with guilt etched in every line of his face.

What is he doing here? Has he come here to check on me?

"I'm sorry." He whispers before leaning down and placing a soft kiss on my wound, vanishing away all of my pain with the magical touch of his lips.

Earlier, I was so furious at him for harshly pushing me, but now I'm so touched by his genuine apology. I know he didn't hurt me deliberately. He is fighting a battle with himself, and he'll take time to accept his feelings.

When he raises his face to look at me, I immediately close my eyes and pretend to sleep. I want to know what he truly feels for me tonight as well because it gives me the strength to endure his utterly fake rudeness.

"Just to prove myself heartless, I'm hurting this pure and innocent soul. I know she doesn't deserve this, but I have nothing to give her except pain."