Chapter 37: Take Me Instead

Serena

When I woke up, my mind was fresh and clear. The moment I realized I was on the floor and Nathan was in the bed in the next room, I remembered everything that had happened the day before. My decision was still unclear. I’d hoped that a good night of sleep would help, but I had an idea.

Nathan rolled over in the bed and sat up. “Serena?” he called.

“Right here.” I sat up as well and waved at him.

“Sleep okay?”

Baird’s scent had worked wonders. “Very well, you?” I asked.

“This bed was much better than a dungeon floor, I’ll tell you that much.”

I laughed. “Don’t I know it.” I stood up and stretched my arms over my head. “The food here isn’t quite what you’re used to.”

“Is that so?” Nathan tilted his head.

“I’m afraid it’s bland and rather strange, but if you’re hungry, it’ll do.”

“Oh I’m hungry.” Nathan smiled at me.

I did my best repeating the steps I’d seen Baird take and made breakfast for us. When we sat down at the table, Nathan picked up the hard bread and turned i