"You almost died. If you hadn't collapsed this time, you might have actually died. You acted so irresponsibly, and you're asking me to hold your hand?"
Putting aside the fact that they were a married couple, Adelina's tone was sharp. Although Ethan could not think of an excuse to continue his plan, he could not do as Adelina asked.
Seeing how he was at a loss for words, she let out a sigh.
"I can ask you to give up a whole lot more, you know."
Seeing Ethan remain silent, she braced herself. She'd grabbed his hand once before and had been met with calamity. Once was enough.
She had made her decision, but Adelina didn't know what Ethan could be thinking.
Sitting on the bed, Adelina enclosed her hand around Ethan's cheek. Ethan flinched at her touch. He closed his eyes and shook his head.
"No matter what you say, I…"
