Chapter 30

I woke up to complete silence. I grab my phone, relief washing over me when I realize I won’t see those nasty texts again.

10:24

Holy shit I slept late. How is it still so silent?

I slowly get up, wincing at my sore thighs. Going down the stairs is going to be some trouble.

I’m halfway down the stairs when I hear Daniel. “Yeah man, she’s still sleeping. I’m worried about her” He says causing me to pause.

“She’s strong Dan. She’ll push through” Brooks answers.

I block out the rest of the private conversation, continuing my way down the stairs.

When I finally make it to the kitchen his back is to me. He’s wearing a pair of grey sweatpants and no shirt of course. His back and arm muscles are bulging, making it obvious that he’s tense.

I put my finger over my lips at Brooks, sending him the message. He makes some noise to block out mine, as I walk over to him.

“Calm down hun” I say, hugging Daniel from the back.

He melts into my hug, automatically.

“What’s wrong?” I whisper, cau