Chapter 48

I wasn’t unconscious for too long.

The second my eyes adjusted to the surroundings, the blinding lights above me were a sign that I was still in the hospital.

Amelia was the first person I saw. She was by my side, her hands on mine as I regained consciousness. I didn’t realize she wasn’t the only one until her gaze shifted to my right side. I followed.

My chest warmed immediately at the sight of him.

Adonis sat straight on the chair by the side of my bed, his arms crossed as he leaned back. His head was slightly tilted upward, his eyes closed. From the faint movement of his chest, I could tell he was asleep, though his brows were knotted like he was having some kind of nightmare.

“He never left your side,” Amelia said.

His eyes opened slightly and met mine. He had the same expression he’d had while asleep, but his brows relaxed as warmth swirled in his eyes.

“Hi,” I muttered with a small smile.

He leaned in, his body brushing mine as he placed a kiss on my forehead. My skin tingled