Chapter 43

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I had to get rid of the scent of another woman clinging to Dojin.

Using that ridiculous excuse, I clung to Dojin and wouldn't let go. I held on so tightly it was hard to walk.

But he was so warm, and his arms felt so comforting when I clung to him.

Being held in the arms of a man I could rely on made me realize how reassuring it felt.

Thinking about it, when I was a man, I don't think I'd ever been someone anyone could rely on.

I never even considered dating, and my poor family circumstances left me no room to spare, so I was always busy looking after myself.

Maybe that's why.

Being in Dojin's arms felt more comforting than anything.

Dojin was like a drug to me...