CHAPTER 18—Feeling Strange

CHAPTER 18—Feeling Strange

Raffi's Point of View

When I came home late at night I was very tired. There were patients who came because there was a disease spreading in a town and we brought the majority who were struck by fever to the hospital.

I could hardly move my body when I lay on my bed. My hands are also hurting. I have no idea if Rock has arrived because I didn't ask the maids I met earlier on my way up here. I thought that maybe he was not there and was busy with his business so he couldn't come home.

When I closed my eyes, I didn't notice that I fell asleep because I was so tired.

I just woke up when I felt someone caressing my cheek. I slowly opened my eyes. When I saw Rock, I must admit I was surprised but I didn't act. I just stared at his face.

"Hi," he greeted me

"Hi," I said then stretched my body. "What are you doing here?" I sat down and looked at him. "What time is it?"

"It's eleven o'clock."

"Is it too late?"

"Hmm. Matilde said you haven't eaten yet."

"Ah, yes. I