52. Breakfast

Nevea woke up past midnight, her body still felt weak, and her head was spinning. She tried to move, but her movement was restrained because she was tightly embraced. Finally, she looked up, founding Zach sleeping soundly.

She tapped Zach's body, wanting it to hurt him, but with no power left, it only ended up like a feather touch.

"Zach, I can't breathe."

He then loosened his hold and lowered his head. His sleepy eyes stared straight at her. "Sleep, Nevea. You need a lot of energy for tomorrow." He stated and patted her head lightly.

"What for? I will rest for the entire day."

Zach didn't bother to tell her about the meeting with Vlassta or that her friend was staying with them. Zach believed she would jump to protective mode and dash straight to Lola's room if she knew.

"I doubt you'd say the same words tomorrow."

"Why? What are you hiding?"

Zach utterly ignored her question. He snuggled on her neck, inhaling her calming scent until he felt drunk. Their position changed, and now