The last thing Clayton wanted was to see Nicole suffer, but he was even more afraid that something would happen to her.

Thus, he did not want to take any risks.

When Nicole was with him, she was perfectly normal and was the same as before.

Clayton was afraid that something would happen to her while he was away.

Every time he saw the scars on her arm, he was heartbroken and reminded himself not to take it lightly.

He tried to act nonchalantly, and both of them tried their best to ignore the hidden dangers of depression.

However, he would not neglect it.

Nicole did not persist on this matter for too long and took over the glass of warm water. Clayton took the medicine for her and was relieved after he watched her take it.

Finally, he stroked her hair to express his appreciation and encouragement.

“What a good girl.”

He went out and put the glass away.

When Clayton came back, he casually told Nicole what Roland said in order to divert her attention.

Nicole was quite surprised