Chapter 349. Precious Morning

Chantel Aeden Revia

I awaken to the sound of Lexcis humming a song. One I don't recognize, but it sounds cheerful all the same.

"Morning, gorgeous," he greeted, his voice hoarse and weary from our journey. I wonder how long we've been on the road. I'm also astonished by how he constantly knows when I'm awake even when my eyes are still closed.

"Morning, handsome," I replied, attempting to hide the pain searing through my eyes. I can practically hear his smirk; I don't even have to look up at him to see it.

When I open my eyes, I try not to cry out in pain. Instead, I shut my eyes again and shield them from the damned sunlight.

"Eye drops?" He asks, and I unwillingly nod.

I sense the car come to a halt; he slides over to my side, grasping my cheek in his hand. He presses a gentle kiss against my lips before telling me to open my eyes.

"I could do it myself, you know?" I grumble