It was a strange awakening, if you could even call it that. There was an intense weakness all over my body, and something fell out of my hand, clattering against the hard surface of the floor. My eyes were blurry, and my arms ached as if they were sore from the strain of hard work. My heart was pounding fast and loud, and I tried to catch my breath. I staggered back and found myself clutched to my chest.
- Cole," I whispered, hoping he was there.
- Amy, honey," he said, kissing the top of my head. - You need to lie down, and I'll help you.
There was so much relief in his voice! How long had I been unconscious? What was I doing, what had I dropped? I tried to see something, but my eyes still couldn't make out details, just the vague outlines of the bedroom and my husband.
Cole laid me g
