She stayed in the hospital for two days. After the doctor made sure that she was fine, Zac went through the discharge formalities and took her back to Dragon City for recuperation.
In the morning, after eating the bird's nest congee made by Linda, Hazel was in a good mood. She went downstairs and took a walk in the yard, accompanied by Zac.
She took his arm, leaned on his shoulder and said, "Icy guy, I have something to ask you."
"What is it?"
She bit her lips, hesitated for a while and said in a low voice, "if I was really bullied by someone else, would you still want me?"
"Melon." He turned around and held her by the shoulder, "I don't mind. No matter what happens, I will be with you, and I will never leave you."