Chapter 91

Nathan stifled a groan as he lay back down on the empty bed. It didn’t take long for him to fall back to sleep, despite the threat of further nightmares, as his recovering body fought to heal.

Nathan awoke this time to the welcoming smell of coffee like the morning before, and felt warm breath on the back of his neck. He knew that the moment he moved, his current state of bliss would be shattered, so he stayed still for a moment to enjoy it. At least the drug hangover was gone. He felt Sasha behind him and it felt right and safe to have him there.

Jim was beside the bed as soon as Nathan sat up, ready with a handful of pills and more water. Nathan smiled tightly in thanks and downed them.

“How are you feeling? Be honest for once,” Jim asked.

“Pretty good, actually. Definitely better after another long hot shower. What time is it?” Nathan stood up slowly and was pleased when the room didn’t tilt.

“Almost noon. Coffee’ll be done by the time you are.”