The topic was a little heavy, and Avery found it hard to clear her thoughts at that moment, so she changed the topic. "Could you please wash an apple for me? Thank you."

Elliot immediately washed an apple and passed it to her.

"Have some too," Avery said awkwardly. She sat up with the apple in her hand.

"Hmm."

It was pouring outside but silent indoors.

After Avery finished the apple, she lay in bed. She was still conflicted as to whether she should allow him to share the bed with her.

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