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Chapter 52 - Layla Prime
Layla POV
I blink several times before opening my eyes completely. A sharp pain makes me hiss as I try to move. I look around to find Jo sleeping on a chair beside me, machines attached to me beeping softly in the background. The lights are off, so I assume it’s late. I move a little, but the sharp pain in my lower abdomen makes me close my eyes and take a deep breath. I stretch my arm, trying to grab the little controller to call the nurse.
“Argh,” I say as I can’t reach it, but I see Jo standing up and grabbing it, pressing the button straight away.
“How are you feeling?” she asks, and I offer her a small smile.
“Never better,” I lie, and she smiles as she grabs my hand and takes it to her lips, placing a small kiss. She takes a deep breath and sits back down when the nurse walks in.
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