Chapter 1217 As You Like

• Alex took a deep breath and hesitated momentarily before mustering the courage to raise his hand and ring the doorbell.
• The door opened quickly, and Jewel stood there, saying, "You're back—" As soon as she saw the bandage on his neck, the smile that had been on her face moments earlier instantly transformed into a panic. "What happened to your neck?"
• However, he said nothing and simply pulled her into his arms. Seemingly, this was the only way for him to feel even a modicum of relief from the nagging anxiety in his chest.