"How are you feeling? Are you much better now?"

Before heading to work, Edward asked Julia, making sure once again if his wife's condition was much improved compared to before.

This wasn't just idle chatter or seeking sympathy. Three days ago, Julia had indeed been hit by the flu and had a high fever. Perhaps due to exhaustion and exerting too much energy working and making love simultaneously, Julia's condition eventually plummeted, and she fell ill.

Because she kept whining and acting coy, Edward had to give in and not go to the office. He had to take care of his wife, and only today could he go back to...