Chapter 34: Her Dream

Grace’s heart went back to a normal beat, but sped up as she realized that the colors weren’t dancing in front of her eyes. Dizziness didn’t threaten her. Instead his warmth covered her and she felt safe.

“It’s over now.”

Zach didn’t let go and her heart leapt at the idea. But she ended up pushing him away. She couldn’t risk getting involved. Not after last time. No good could come of it.

She had a job to do. Her last soul to save before her birthday.

“What?”

His eyes searched her.

“I’m okay. Thanks.”

The covers had slipped down and she pulled them over her. He was freshly showered and fully-dressed.

“Grace, let me help.”

“You are helping.”

“I mean, let me be here for you.”

His eyes pleaded with. It wouldn’t take much to just lean on him. Let him deal with the weight on her shoulders. But part of her couldn’t.