Chapter 279: Fondness

When Andrew did not answer, Rachael placed her hand on his cheek. "It's okay if you don't want to tell me." 

He placed her on the bed and covered her with the blanket. "It's best if you don't know the details. Just understand that he tried to hurt you and he got what he deserved." 

Rachael did not say anything. She moved to the side to make space for him. 

He got inside the cover and wrapped his arms around her. He held her closely against her chest. 

She snuggled closer and fell asleep a few minutes later. 

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[Next Day] 

"You are up early." Owen waved his coffee mug at him. "Do you want some?" 

Without saying anything, Andrew took the cup from his hand and slumped on the couch. "I couldn't sleep properly. Rachael kept having nightmares all night." He pinched the space between his brows. "I don't know what to do."