It took around two minutes before Edel slightly recovered from the pain. During which, I held her closely, stroking her hair and cheeks or kissing her lips as a means to take her mind off of it.
Through her half-opened eyes, the girl then searched for my figure and issued a rather forced smile. Most likely, it's to relieve or prevent me from worrying about her.
This girl just kept on being lovely.
Understanding her intention, the smile I used to respond to it came naturally. My heart was set aflutter from her special consideration. I now have one more reason why I love this girl a lot.
"Mhm... You endured it well, Edel. Good job." I muttered words of praise which the girl readily accepted. She then rubbed her cheek on my hand, transferring its warmth, before asking for another kiss through an obvious yet adorable gesture. She puckered her lips and pointed at it.