When Lu Xiao woke up, she was completely recovered. She stretched lazily, buried her face in Ares's soft fur to nuzzle him, then gave him a big hug before sitting up. "Ares, I'm going out to gather some food in a bit. You need to rest quietly and don't you dare move around, okay? I've looked at your leg, and it's recovering quite well, but you have to keep taking it easy so all our progress isn't wasted. You hear me? We have to work on this together. And don't you lie here letting your mind wander. You can only protect me properly once you've gotten your strength back and are fully healed, right?"
It was as if Lu Xiao could read Ares's mind. Even without asking, she knew exactly what he was thinking. Clearly, after spending so much time with him, she understood this man completely.
Warmth filled Ares's eyes. He nuzzled against Lu Xiao and let out a low whuff, as if in response.
