There was no air conditioning in the room, so they could feel the heat. She could feel Jack sweating while he held her, but she didn’t have the courage to push him away. She remained pressed against him, seeking a bit of comfort from the breeze coming through the window.
She didn't know when she fell asleep.
The next morning, Ruby woke up drenched in sweat. Instantly, memories of the previous night flooded her mind—especially Jack. She opened her eyes but found herself alone in bed. She realized that she had somehow moved to the middle of the bed during the night.
Looking at the space where he had slept, she noticed how little room he had. With his large frame, he must have spent the night half-hanging off the edge of the bed.
Curious about where he went, Ruby got up barefoot. She hear
