C139 Let me call Lucy

Derek's words were laced with affectionate mockery as he affectionately teased me. "You're a dummy, girl. Why are you making this face? It didn't happen to me. It's just a minor cut."

His nonchalant tone only seemed to intensify my concern, and I found myself gripping his hands tightly. There was a deep well of emotions bubbling within me, and I couldn't help but let them spill out