Chapter 110: Second Thoughts

"Wake up, Kalyssa." Xander kissed my neck as he whispered in my ear. "It's time to get up."

I rolled over, hugging my pillow to me. "I don't want to."

"But we have a surprise for you." There was a pause, and then Elias kissed my neck.

My heart sank. I knew I would have to speak with them both, but I didn't want it to be now.

"Let me sleep." I curled up, holding the pillow tightly to my chest. "Let's talk tomorrow." I knew I was acting like a child, but I didn't care. I wanted to put off this conversation as long as possible.

"But you've been in bed for more than twenty-four hours now," Elias said, a smile in his voice. "We didn't bother you because we knew you needed time to rest and recharge. But I think it's time to get up."

I turned over, my eyes wide as I sat up, trying to gain my bearings. "What?"

Xander laughed. "Yup." He shrugged, smiling as he rubbed my back. "I knew you were tired, but... wow!" Then his smile faded as his lips formed a straight line. "I'm so sorry that Bali