I stayed at the manor upon returning from the hospital.
My days spent there were quite pleasant.
I either taught myself to cook or spent time playing with Abby.
However, the night brought with it my biggest challenge, which was facing Caleb.
My feelings for Caleb were complicated.
On one hand, I remembered nothing of our past together.
I had also seen him with another woman, which had caused me to keep my distance from him.
Yet I couldnât deny the effect his handsome face and chiseled abs had on me.
I seemed to lose my breath whenever I was around him, and I found myself missing him when he wasnât around.
These conflicting emotions tortured me every day.
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Watching Abby grow into a beautiful, happy child seemed to make lifeâs difficulties but a trifle.
I watched Abby playing in the garden and couldnât help smiling to myself.
Turning to Nora, I said, âThank you for taking good care of Abby.
I really appreciate it.
â
âItâs nothing.
I just want to see you and Abby happy and safe,â Nora replied.
Her words moved me, and I said, âIf thereâs anything I could ever do for you, donât hesitate to let me know.
Iâll do my best to make sure it happens.
â
Nora smiled shyly.
âYouâve already done enough for me.
I might not be alive if it werenât for you.
I owe you all I have, so taking care of Abby is the least I can do.
â
She gently caressed Abbyâs cheek.
âBesides, Abby is an adorable kid.
I love spending time with her.
â
In that moment, I felt confident in my decision to entrust Abby to Nora when I heard the sincerity in her words.
Nora paused hesitantly, then asked, âWill you remain permanently in the manor? I want to be near Abby and watch after her.
â
I paused thoughtfully before I offered her a response.
âI canât guarantee Iâll remain here, but if I do decide to leave here one day, I can take you with me.
â
Noraâs face fell at my words.
Noticing the change in her mood, I asked, âWould you leave with me?â
Nora sighed, then said, âIâve been with the witch clan all my life.
I donât know anywhere else but here.
Iâm used to being here.
â
âThereâs no hurry to make that decision.
Take your time and think it over properly.
Even if you decide not to come with me, Iâll do my best to ensure youâre happy with the witch clan,â I said reassuringly.
After a moment of silence, Nora asked quietly, âWhere would you go? Iâve never been far from here.
The world is a scary place.
â
I patted her hair comfortingly and said, âYou donât have to worry about that now.
Iâm not leaving anytime soon.
â
I immediately regretted what I said.
I shouldnât have asked her to come with me.
I should have just thanked her for taking care of Abby.