Chapter 550

"Alright, but don't shower for too long, or you'll catch a cold again," Julien said. Helen nodded firmly. After her shower, she realized he had ordered food. He sat on the couch with his long legs stretched out. Patting his thigh, he ordered, "Come here." She eagerly trotted over. Caressing her face, he asked, "Feeling better?" "Much better," she replied, swallowing. "It's just that my throat hurts a bit. The doctor said it's inflamed and will hurt for a few days." "I've ordered breakfast. Eat it before taking your medicine. Is there work today?" "Oh right, I almost forgot there is. It's in the afternoon, so I'm free this morning." "Then, rest a bit longer later." "I don't want to. I slept the whole night—I'm already recharged." "Lie down for a bit, then." After breakfast and medicine, Helen nestled in Julien's arms and watched "The Bridge of Langston County". It was a foreign film about an affair between a middle-aged couple. She had seen it with her roommate during univers