Why is the elevator so slow today?Does the service department maintain it on schedule?
Staring at the screen with descending numbers, Finnick could feel the frustration swelling within him. No matter what he did, he was unable to suppress it.
The moment the elevator door opened, he rushed out and ran toward his car.
While rushing to the hospital, Finnick's mine was filled with images of Vivian lying in a pool of blood. Despite being aware that it was bad luck to think that way, he just couldn't stop himself from thinking them.
"She will be fine. Don't panic. I can't let my imagination run wild. She will definitely be alright...." he repeatedly reassured himself. Only then did he manage to get a grip of his trembling hands that were placed on the steering wheel.
Right after he sped to the hospital, he wanted to check with the nurse which ward was Vivian in. However, he was shocked by the scene that unfolded before him.
"Be careful, try and walk slower." Vivian was carefully supporting Hunter while nagging him, "The doctor said that you should be resting in bed and not moving around so much. What will you do if your wound opens up?"
"It's not that serious." Hunter smiled. "I'll be bored to death if I keep staying in bed. Coming out for a walk has improved my mood. With a better mood, wouldn't it help with my recovery?"
Vivian didn't rebut him as she watched his feet attentively. She was worried one wrong step might aggravate his injuries further.
As Hunter's wound was on one side below his shoulder, Vivian could only allow him to rest one of his arms on her shoulder for support while she circled her arm around his waist. Only by doing this could she prevent him from falling.
Observing the top of Vivian's head on his chest while feeling the warmth from her hand around his waist, Hunter couldn't help but smile and felt that getting injured was well worth the pain this time.
However, Finnick obviously had other ideas.
When he saw that Vivian wasn't hurt, his first reaction was to heave a sigh of relief. However, anger started brewing inside him the very next moment.
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