CHAPTER 13

KRISTINA'S POV

A few moments later, my thoughts are interrupted by Nathan.

"Are you okay, Kristina?" He asks softly. I nod slightly, staring at his face. His eyes sparkle with concern, but I also notice something else, something that makes me blush profusely.

I feel something stir in my lower stomach, causing me to gasp slightly. Nathan notices it, his smile widening.

"What's wrong? What have you done to yourself?" He questions me, sounding worried now as he sees the color draining from my face. I'm having trouble catching my breath and my heartbeat speeds up.

"N-nothing…" I say shakily. My voice sounds faint to me, almost robotic. Then suddenly I collapse onto the floor, unable to breathe properly.

Nathan catches me and lowers me gently down. I close my eyes and focus on his touch. His arms are gentle against me, supporting me. He murmurs soothing words as I try to control the sudden pain.

My hands grip his shirt tightly. Finally, I regain control of myself enough to open my ey