C88 His Gentleness

"Take extra care over the next couple of days – make sure not to get the area wet to avoid infection," Jorrell cautioned, locking eyes with me as he finished securing the bandage.

I was still dazed by the gentle way he had just treated me, staring at him without a word.

Seeing my silent, faraway look, Jorrell's eyebrows knit together in annoyance. "Ellie, I'm talking to you