ZARA.
I stirred on the bed, extremely uncomfortable, and blinked as my eyes opened. I instantly recognised that I was in my room. The lights were dim, and Pamela and Bella were not beside me. Instead, Chase was beside me, his head resting on the bed and my hand clasped tightly in his.
I felt lighter, the headache fully disappearing as well as the queasiness. It was stress, I knew that much. And I needed a rest before I ended up throwing up on actual important people.
My eyes drifted back to Chase, and I watched him for a bit, breathing in and out. I realized that I didn't want this small moment between us to ever end. I felt safe and comfortable with him, and I'd never felt that way toward anyone.
'Just admit what you really feel,' Nia said within me, quickly keeping me in check.
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