Asher Land walked to Irene Morton's door, hesitated for a moment, but eventually opened the door and went inside.
"Brother Asher..." Irene's expression finally eased a bit when she saw Asher Land come in.
Asher Land just responded with an 'um,' and sat down at her bedside.
Although Irene was lying in bed, her hands were restrained. Asher Land reached out and released her bound hands.
She rubbed her wrists and softly said, "Thank you."
"How are you feeling today?" He used the most monotonous tone, like an obligatory inquiry, devoid of any emotion.
Irene lowered her eyes. After a long while, a weak smile tugged at her lips, "I'm feeling good today."
"Um." He didn't seem to have anything more to say to her. He stood up, intending to leave, but hesitated when he glanced at Irene's freed hands.
"Don't worry, I won't do anything self-destructive tonight." Irene's lips curled with a hint of self-mockery.
