Chapter 265
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They put on their gear and began skiing. Dandan was still learning, but Ashley, a seasoned skier, patiently guided her. The resort was crowded. Zark stayed close, protecting them from collisions. But the crowd was overwhelming.
After an hour, two girls bumped into them. Dandan was fine, but Ashley fell against Zark, who instinctively caught her, pulling her close.
Startled by his embrace, Ashley felt uncomfortable, trying to pull away but realizing her foot was injured.
Zark didn’t let go.“Did you twist your ankle?”
“I think… so.”
He called for help, instructing someone to watch Dandan while he carefully picked Ashley up. She was surprised he didn’t use a staff member.
“Put me down!” she protested.
“The doctor is waiting. Let’s take care of
you
irst.”
diagnosed a minor dislocation and quickly
She didn’t resist. Inside, he set her down. The
popped it back into place.
Zark asked, “Still skiing?”
“I’m fine. Let’s continue.” She didn’t want to disappoint Dandan.
They continued skiing. They were bumped
away from Zark’s hand.“I’m okay, thank you.‘
more but weren’t hurt. Ashley gently pulled
They left for lunch. Zark offered her the menu. Dandan asked,“Auntie, what’s
your
name?”
“Ashley. My name is Ashley.”
“Auntie Rong,” Dandan said, and Ashley smiled, patting her cheek.
Dandan fell asleep mid–meal. Zark held her, wiping her mouth. Ashley finished eating.“That’s all for today?”
“Okay.” He didn’t get up, but looked at her.“Can we do this again?”
“Sure.” She felt obligated to reciprocate his help.“Thank you.”
“You’re welcome.”
With Dandan asleep, Ashley left without further conversation. Zark followed after a moment. Dandan woke up at home.“Auntie Rong is gone?”
“Mm–hmm.” Zark hugged her.“Dandan, just call her Auntie, not Auntie Rong, okay? And keep her name a secret for Uncle, alright?”
Dandan nodded obediently.“Okay.”
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