“Elle!” he cried, holding out his hands. She grinned and hurried over to give him a very gentle hug.
“You’re awake!” she said joyfully. “I’ve come so many times, and you were always out of it. I was so worried, Bolt. I thought I was going to lose you again.”
“Not so lucky,” he grinned, watching her pull up a chair. “I’m too stubborn to die.”
Elle laughed. “No argument here. How are you feeling?”
Bolt just couldn’t do the social pleasantries thing. His face got serious as he looked his sister right in the eyes.
He wanted to ask about Kara, but at the last second, he lost his nerve. He knew that if Kara cared, she would have been here. It was as simple as that. He didn’t need to ask Elle. Surely, Elle would have brought it up without him prompting her if the news was good. His pride ros
