Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed novel Chapter 123

Murray was officially out of the game from that moment on.

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Millie was in good health and received the vaccine in time, quickly turning the corner from danger. After a thorough check-up at the hospital, confirming no critical issues, they returned to the island.

Just in case, Murray arranged for a doctor to go with them to take care of Millie.

In the room, Millie lay weakly on the bed while the doctor was checking on her.

Murray stood by the bed. Several times, he thought about stepping out for a smoke, but then Millie said, "Babe, I'm scared..."

"Please don't leave me alone, okay?"

"What if another snake comes to bite me? Oh no..."

Remembering how Millie had risked herself to save him, Murray's heart softened. "Okay, I won't go. Just cooperate with the doctor's check-up."

"Hmm." Millie nodded, her eyes brimming with tears.

After the check-up, the doctor removed the IV and left.

Left alone, Millie tried to sit up. Murray reached to help her, and she leaned into him, resting against his chest. "Babe, my leg hurts. Do you think it'll scar?"

"It won't. The doctor assured us."

"But it hurts..."