61.3 % Chapter 5 Chapter 5 I didnt apologize .
Mandy continued moaning about her pain until Luke finally carried her downstairs .
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Watching them disappear , I realized I needed to make a hospital visit myself .
Sleep had become elusive lately .
I couldnt pinpoint exactly when it started , but for weeks , rest had been nothing more than a series of fitful moments .
After melatonin proved useless , I finally conceded to seeking medical help .
The hospital was relatively quiet today , and I obtained my prescription quickly .
On my way down , I encountered Luke and Mandy unsurprising , given this was the nearest hospital to our apartment .
Luke was carrying her bridal style , their medication clutched in his free hand .
The scene drew admiring glances from passersby .
Now thats a devoted boyfriend , I overheard a pregnant woman whisper to her partner , nudging him pointedly .
Mandy blushed deeply while Luke remained perfectly composed .
We converged at the elevator .
I stayed silent , but Mandy started squirming in Lukes arms , her face flushing .
Luke , I can stand now , she protested weakly .
Stay still , youre injured , he chided .
Then , unexpectedly , he turned to me .
Why are you here ? Are you unwell ? I displayed my prescription .
Just sleeping pills .
Luke hesitated before offering , Ill have my assistant bring you some lavender .
It might help with sleep .
18:23 Backup Girl No More : Adios To My V Card and My First Love 61.7 % Chapter 5 He seemed about to continue when Mandy cut in , her voice honeyed and plaintive .
Shed reverted to her practiced performance of pain , complete with that childlike tone shed perfected .
The elevator descended steadily until , without warning , it shuddered to a stop .
The lights flickered once , then plunged us into darkness .
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