In a surprising move, the omega opened his mouth and caught Maximillian's fingertip between his lips.
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Julian slowly shifted his gaze from the ceiling to Maximillian's concerned face.
"..."
He did not answer, but he lifted his hand to press it against Maximillian's cheek.
"It's me," Maximillian said, his voice hoarse from grief. "Dear, it's Maxim."
The alpha took Julian's hand and showered it with kisses.
"Darling, are you in pain?"
With a startled gasp, Julian suddenly pulled his hand out of Maximillian's reach. He then turned his back to Maximillian and curled up into a fetal position. Maximillian swallowed hard. Unsure of what to do, he ended up summoning the doctor.
The doctor in charge brought a clinical psychologist with him, who immediately dove into a series of tests to assess Julian's condition.
After a thorough evaluation, the psychologist concurred with the initial diagnosis.