CHAPTER 86 Why Did You Stop?

　　Ryan's POV

　　Ellie finally caught some sleep after she almost worried herself to death. Seeing her in this position made me understand how innocent and pure her soul was.

　　Despite all that James and his family had put her through, she was still worried sick about him. It takes someone with a great forgiving spirit to do that.

　　I held her in my arms as she slept peacefully. It was hard for me to see her cry and I was glad Aria had called me to check on her.

　　I wondered how she would have managed on her own if I hadn't come. I noticed some strands of her hair fell on her face and I wanted to tuck it away since it might make her feel uncomfortable.

　　As soon as my hand got closer to her face, her eyes opened slightly and she groaned lightly. "How long have I been asleep?" She asked, looking up at me.

　　"Maybe an hour," I replied, stroking her hair with my hands.

　　"It must have been uncomfortable for you?" Ellie said.