When my eyes opened again, the room was dark and quiet. I looked to the side to see Gage in an armchair. His eyes were shut, but his fingers weren't twitching. Was he asleep? I shifted and groaned softly as my body ached. His eyes opened instantly, and he rushed to my side. He reached out and touched my cheek softly. "How do you feel?" He asked with concern filling his eyes. "Sore," I said as my voice squeaked out of my throat. I cringed softly and Gage frowned. "You were only asleep for a little over an hour." He said as he ran his fingers through my hair gently. "The nurse said Dr. Blake will be coming to see you soon." I shut my eyes and nodded slightly. My head was swimming now. I could almost feel Gage's worry. It hung in the air around me as he hovered at my side. "Do you want me

