That evening, Kaliyah gained consciousness.
She opened her eyes, and the first person she saw was Soren. She tried to get up, but a sharp pain shot through her head and she winced.
"Lay back down love." Soren said gently as he hurried to her side. "You've been out for hours."
The unexpected endearment caught her off guard and she looked at him in surprise. Love? When did she become his love?
Soren noticed her stare and he smiled. "What is it?"
His heart stopping smile made her own heart leap and she looked away quickly. How on earth could a man be so good looking?
"Nothing." She whispered. Her throat felt dry and she looked towards the jar of water beside the bed. "Can I have some water, please?"
"Sure."
Soren leaned towards the table and poured her a glass. He held it up for h
