Emily I freeze immediately and lean forward closer to the bed. “Sean,” I whisper. “Sean.” “I see it,” he says from across the room. Damien’s brows tighten and his breathing shifts before his eyes finally open slowly. Relief hits me so hard my shoulders drop all at once. “Oh my God,” I breathe. “You’re awake.” His eyes land on me first. “Emily,” he says quietly. That single word almost makes me emotional which is honestly embarrassing considering I met this man recently and he already has me reacting like this. “Yes,” I say quickly. “I’m here.” He tries to sit up immediately but I press my hand lightly against his shoulder. “Don’t,” I say. “You passed out last night.” “I noticed,” he mutters. Sean walks over to the bed and crosses his arms while studying him carefully. “Too

