Chapter 109

Edrik wants to say so much, but unfortunately, all those words stay stuck in his throat. Not a single sentence dares to come out. He's afraid that Sherena might add more absurd behavior to her list, which could give him kidney problems.

"It's okay! I was just worried you'd get tired," is the sentence that finally escapes Edrik's lips. "Let's just go home now. We can do the monthly shopping tomorrow," he pleads with a pitiful expression.

Sherena's smile widens. She walks up to Edrik and gently grabs his arm, resting her head against it.

"I'm sorry, Boo! I thought you were mad at me," Sherena says, her smile having the magical power to melt Edrik's heart.

"It's fine, really! Let's just go home now," Edrik invites gently.

Sherena nods and continues to lean on her husband's arm as they head to the parking lot.

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Once at home, Edrik immediately goes to the bathroom to clean himself and his heart from his frustration with Sherena.

"Lucky me, dear