Chapter 142: Injured

The bat landed on the man's back, and Sarina heard him grunt in pain. She looked up to see that handsome face, furrowing her brows tightly and shielding herself with her whole body. In that moment, it felt like she was back in the past, when someone had shielded her, protecting her from all harm. But this person now wasn't the one who would protect her at all costs... Eden. Time had passed too long, long enough for some memories to become blurry. Long enough to forget how deeply she had loved someone, unwilling to let go despite enduring unforgettable heartbreak. Long enough for her to refuse to admit that she had loved someone so much that she would sacrifice herself. The humble love, reciprocated at that moment, filled her with boundless joy. Even if it was just a false dream, looking at the handsome face beside her... she felt like she wouldn't mind enduring any suffering. "Sarina, I'm fine," the man's deep voice sounded in her ear. Sarina's eyes were slightly red, and her