Husband With Benefits
Chapter 61: An Accident

Chapter 61: An Accident

Demetri reached the shoreline just in time to see her being swept away. Fear gripped him as he frantically scanned the churning waters, desperately searching for any sign of her. Dam* it, he should have warned her against the evening currents that were known to take away even the best of swimmers!

Panic coursed through him, "Nora!" he shouted, the urgency in his voice unmistakable.

Nora!" he called out again, this time plunging into the waters himself, fighting against the strong current. Every second felt like an eternity as he searched for her, his heart heavy with dread. The sun had already set and as darkness made it increasingly difficult to see, his heart sank as hope started to slip away.

Just as he was about to venture deeper into the water, he glimpsed a flash of peach in the distance.

With renewed determination, he pushed through the waves, his arms and legs aching from the effort. And then, as he drew closer, he saw her. Nora, battered and disoriented, trying to stay afloat.

Demetri reached her just in time, pulling her into his arms with a relieved sigh. Nora clung to him, her eyes wide with fear. That was the last thing he saw in her eyes before she lost consciousness.

Using the last bit of his strength, he swum to the shore and quickly lay her down on the sand, pumping her stomach to get rid of the ocean water she must have ingested. Once she’d sputtered out the water and he’d checked her breathing, he finally raced towards the loungers, grabbing his phone and making the emergency call.

It was a little while later, that the old doctor exited the room quietly, only to be stopped by Demetri. Gulping at the dangerous expression on the man’s face, he could only shiver in fear as he spoke," Mr Frost. Mrs Frost is stable now. Your wife is fortunate that you pulled her out in time. She has not ingested much salty water. She fainted due to shock and fear. She simply needs to stay hydrated and rest well these few days. Also, you need to be on the look out for a fever. Her temperature might spike a bit and she may suffer from cold chills during the night but it should be fine in a few hours. You need to help her regulate her body temperature as her body fights the shock. If the fever persists until the morning you might have to bring her to the hospital for a thorough check up."

Demetri nodded his thanks before gesturing for the man to leave, which the doctor dis promptly and happily. How had such an ice block had managed to woo that sweet young beauty was beyond the doctor’s imagination. Guess the youngsters these days were too blinded by beauty to notice someone’s personality. He’d have to go home and remind his teenage granddaughter to remember to fall for a man’s personality and not for his looks.

If Demetri had known what the doctor was thinking, he would not have cared. After all, he was solely focused on the young girl who was now sleeping peacefully after taking a few years off his life.

Demetri sat by Nora’s bedside, his worry gradually giving way to relief. He’d only just promised to always protect this girl and already that promise had been about to be broken. Well, he would not her go so easily.

As the doctor had predicted, Nora’s fever spiked in the middle of the night. As he touched her burning forehead, Demetri quickly used the cold compress to help her fight the fever, however not long after, she broke out into chills causing him to worry.

He gently reached out to place the cold compress on her forehead, but she swatted at his hand, her teeth chattering from the cold. Her voice trembled as she protested, "Too cold...". However, the next moment, she’d caught his wrist and taken it to her cheek, rubbing her face against it," Mmm warm" as a sigh of relief escaped her dried up lips.

Demetri did not hesitate as he finally found a solution. He simply slid into the bed with Nora and pulled her into his arms.

She’d curled into a ball, to protect herself from feeling the cold. However now that she had warmth, she, still shivering, snuggled against him, seeking the comforting heat of his body. She nestled her head against his chest, her hands clutching at the fabric of his shirt as she tried to absorb every ounce of warmth he offered. Her cold feet found their way between his calves, seeking the warmth they craved.

He stroked her hair soothingly, his fingers gently tracing patterns along her back. At this moment, no one would think that this man was the CEO of Frost Industries. The man who was known as Demon and heartless.

With each passing moment, Demetri kept his protective hold on Nora, offering her the warmth she needed to battle the fever and chills.

Demetri’s heart raced with worry as he continued to hold Nora close, their bodies entwined to share warmth. The room was shrouded in darkness, save for the faint glow of a bedside lamp, casting soft shadows that danced across the walls. The rhythmic sound of Nora’s shivers gradually lessened as she absorbed the warmth emanating from him.

Nora, still fragile and shivering, found solace in the protective cocoon of Demetri’s arms. She nestled deeper into his chest, her breaths steadying as the chill slowly ebbed away. Her fingers, once trembling, relaxed their grip on his shirt, and her body began to relax as if reassured by his presence.

Demetri continued to stroke her hair with a tenderness that surprised even himself. The man known as Demon and heartless in the corporate world had transformed into a gentle and caring protector. He held Nora as if she were the most precious treasure, his heart filled with a profound sense of relief that she was safe in his embrace.

As the night wore on, Demetri kept his watchful eye on Nora, ensuring that she remained warm and comfortable. The cold chills gradually subsided, replaced by a sense of tranquility. Nora’s fever, once a concern, seemed to relent under the care of her husband, the fluctuations in her temperature becoming less severe.

In the quiet of the night, Demetri reflected on the unexpected turn of events. He had promised to protect Nora, and this evening had put that promise to the test. It was a reminder that life could change in an instant, and he was determined to be there for her, come what may.

As the first rays of dawn painted the room with a soft, golden hue, Nora stirred in her sleep. Her shivers had finally ceased, and she looked more peaceful, nestled in Demetri’s arms while Demetri too had fallen asleep sometime during the night.

As she woke up, Nora remembered the events from last evening and shuddered. The arms surrounding her patted her soothingly and Nora looked at Demetri carefully. Her husband was a real hero.

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