The soft humming of the machines surrounded Jess as she lay in the hospital bed, her body covered by the silken sheets. The room was lavish, more of a suite than a medical ward for the sick. A chandelier hung directly above her head, casting a warm light over the expensive furnishings. A bouquet of fresh flowers of every kind, Lillie’s, roses, and lavender, filled the air with a delicate fragrance. Each petal seemed to speak of Luca’s affection, a contrast to the suffering she had just endured.
Luca sat by her bedside, his hand holding herself as though he was afraid that she might disappear again. His commanding presence softened, his blue eyes filled with emotions that he couldn’t understand. “I shouldn’t have let you go all alone.” He murmured, his voice barely above a whisper.
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