Chapter 40- Bathed With Love

A few days had passed, and Aria had barely spoken to anyone as she slowly recovered and accepted her new reality. Both her parents had returned home late yesterday evening but had promised her that they would visit again soon, along with her siblings who also couldn’t wait to see her. Aria was glad to have them by her side, even though she hadn’t talked to them much, she had definitely found comfort with them being there.

Adrian had put everything in his life on hold and stayed by Aria’s side, day in and day out. The only time he left the hospital was if she needed something.

It was just after ten in the morning when he quietly walked into her room and saw her sitting on the edge of the bed.

“You’re awake” he said quietly as he closed the door after himself and walked over to her, thinking she looked lost in thought.

Aria hadn’t heard him come in, and only realised he was there when he touched the top part of her arm and made her jump.

“I didn’t hear you come in” she said quietly. A