SNEAK PEEK Gabrielle's POV Roses. I smell...roses. I slowly fluttered my eyes open as I listened to the beeping sound beside me. It was a struggle but I managed to open my eyes enough. The room was dimly lit. I side eyed to my right and caught a glimpse of a figure beside my bed. It was...Alexander. I tried to move my fingers one at a time. 1... Okay. 2... Again. 3... I tried raising my hand. I felt so weak but I still forced myself to do it. Then, I gently placed my hand on the back of Alex's head. He moved almost instantly as he lifted his head up. Our eyes met and his eyes widened. I forced a smile. "Gabrielle" he said standing up in panic as he held my hand and cupped my face. I was to weak to speak but I gave him a small smile. "Finally" he said as he smiled and

