Ryan POV
I peel the medical tape from my skin, allowing the bandage to fall away. My knee still looks swollen even though I've rested it for the rest of the day. The wound is still oozing a little, but it was only a small price to pay for getting to be with Ana again. I toss the mess into the small trashcan in the corner and quickly pull the other bandage off my other knee, tossing it as well.
It was good to hear from Lucas today, a fellow soldier and good friend of mine. I've been avoiding his call and I knew if I didn't answer it after Ana left, he'd come all the way here to make sure I'm still breathing. It took a few minutes for the conversation to feel relaxed, but we didn't give up. I convinced him I was recovering well and that there was no need to bring his new bride out here or
