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Justice woke and realized three things instantly. Jessie lay beside him sleeping, he

was in pain and Tiger sat in a chair next to him, silently regarding him with a grim

expression. He’d survived the attack since he was in Medical.

“How bad are my injuries and did you catch the fifth male?”

“Jessie killed him. You had surgery but you’re going to be fine within a few days. I

had Doctor Treadmont give you the drugs to help you heal faster so that’s the reason if

you feel a little aggressive. Please control it.”

Justice turned his head to study Jessie. She lay curled on her side facing him, his

arm rested under her head and his hand curved around her back. He didn’t see a mark

on her delicate features, reassuring him she hadn’t been harmed. He felt relief. His

attention shifted back to Tiger.

“When did she fall asleep?”

“She didn&rs