Nine
I wake in Torben's arms. The bond between us is strong and full of colour. I breathe in his scent, happy that he's back with me. It may have only been two days, but it felt like a lot longer. I've realised it's worse seeing someone you love in pain than being in pain myself.
"Morning," I yawn, not yet ready to open my eyes.
"Evening," Torben chuckles. "It's almost time for dinner."
That makes me open my eyes and turn until I'm looking at his beautiful face.
"Wait, what? How long did I sleep?"
"Fifteen hours, give or take. I slept most of it as well."
Wow. How is that even possible? "Where is Ruby?" I ask, worry spreading in my chest. She should have been hungry by now. They would have woken me if she started crying. Something's wrong.
"It's alright," Torben says soothingly, ru
