Lucian gave the door a gentle knock before walking inside with a tray containing water. A smile formed on his lips as he made his towards Riley, placing the tray close to the bedside. “Here you go,”
“Thank you,” Riley heaved, drinking from the glass. “I was so dehydrated I thought I'd faint,” She chuckled, placing the empty glass back on the tray.
“How do you feel now?”
Riley closed her eyes dreamily. “I feel refreshed. Thank you very much,”
“You're welcome,” Lucian said, his teeth tight as his gaze rummaged over her face. Her eyes were still closed, giving him access. As he stared, there was no easy way to describe how he was feeling. It was strange, the way his heart was beating senseless. It was hard to breathe -hard to think in such close proximity with Riley.
Was he sick? Maybe h
