The next morning I awake to the sunlight hitting my face. I look around the clearing and notice that everyone is still fast asleep. I turn my head to the sound of soft breathing near me and spot Lucas’ body lying facing me a couple meters away. His handsome face looks relaxed and peaceful laying there under the soft sunlight. I pull myself up onto my feet and I am relieved to see that my leg has now fully healed. It feels a little tender and I know I have some nasty bruises under the dried blood and bandages. I steadily walk over to my bag, grab a towel quietly and head towards the edge of the lake. I drop the blanket and tip toe into the cold water, allowing it to wake up all of my senses as I duck my naked body under. Cleaning all of the dirt and blood from my body makes me feel better a
