A canopy bed sat on the opposite wall with the same sheer material hanging from each corner of the bed. The bedding itself was eggshell white embroidered with gold and silver. “Wait here and I’ll go get the first aid box,” Michael said and left the room. Alicia nodded and walked over to the balcony door to look outside. The view of the church across the street was soothing and she closed her eyes enjoying the breeze coming into the room. Michael went into the bathroom and took the first aid kit from under the sink. Standing up, he opened it and examined the contents before closing it again. He started to leave the bathroom when he caught sight of his reflection in the mirror. The longing in his eyes stared back at him and it made him wonder about his confused feelings toward the girl in

