157. Promise
Author: Shuyu Bee
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"Are you feeling hungry?" Kalix asked as they arrived at the Celeste family's house.

Eugene shook her head, her eyes still red and looking somewhat sad when she glanced at Kalix. Seeing her like that moved Kalix's heart, making him feel sad too. He stroked Eugene's hair and pinched her cheek.

"Okay, go to sleep. I'll stay with you."

Eugene nodded in agreement.

That night was destined to be a sleepless one. Even with Kalix by her side, Eugene still struggled to find peace, but she dared not leave the bed for fear of waking Kalix sleeping next to her. It was not until just before dawn that Eugene finally fell asleep.

Knowing that Eugene hadn't slept much, Kalix did not wake her when he got up in the morning. Quietly getting out of bed and freshening up, he found some of his clothes stored here because he sometimes stayed overnight.

Heading downstairs, Kalix brought breakfast for Eugene, prepared by the housekeeper.

Instead of going to work, Kalix decided to wait in the room.

Around 9 a.
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