18 Floors Above the Apocalypse

Chapter 365

Chapter 365

Stella woke up feeling eyes on her. She rubbed her eyes and there he was-Jasper. Their gazes locked, neither wanting to look away.

"Stella, is this a dream?" His voice was rough, barely a whisper.

Stella tried to smile, but it came out more like a grimace. "Jasper, are you trying to scare me to death?"

Jasper's mind slowly cleared. He reached out and grabbed Stella's hand, this time with a warm, firm grip.

Stella gently touched his pale, gaunt face. "Why were you so reckless, giving your meds to Cooper?"

Jasper covered her hand with his, taking a moment before answering. "Cooper means everything to you. I wanted him to survive, to be there for you when I couldn't."

If he weren't so weak, Stella would have slapped him. "Jasper, you need to love yourself first. If you don't love yourself, how can you love anyone else?"

Jasper didn't argue. He just kept looking at her, unable to break the connection.

Stella leaned closer, resting her head on his chest. "Promise me you won't do anything this foolish again."

"I promise."

"And remember to love yourself."

it. I'll listen to

go even for a second. Jasper felt her tears

saw the fireworks I set off and braved all the obstacles

was given a nutrient IV and some nourishing soup. As he regained some strength, Stella asked,

hand but had managed to clutch Cooper. The dust storm was brutal, flinging them around. When he came to, they were both injured, Cooper's belly slashed by a flying rock. Stumbling through the storm, they were tossed around multiple times, Jasper's thigh getting injured. They eventually found a cave for shelter, though

medical supplies, Jasper

more survivors sought refuge, some eyed Cooper hungrily. Jasper held out until the storm stopped, but by then,

find a way to save them both. Maybe it was fate if Cooper

boy." Cooper suddenly

to sit up, anxiety clear in his

Rosie. She's volunteering at the relief camp. She'll be

Jasper and Cooper were too weak. A crowded camp would make caring for them difficult, especially with

three days, but Stella had faith

to worry if she didn't return for a few days. She had

and Cooper are a bit stronger.

survived on limited medical supplies and scarce food for over ten days, even the

great care, monitoring his condition and adjusting his medication. She focused on a diet

Stella had no choice but

the cave was overwhelming, the area littered with rotting carcasses. They covered their mouths and noses, carefully making their way

were severe; he had hurt his thigh and twisted his back and couldn't walk.

found a secluded spot to hide Jasper and Cooper, leaving them with food, water, and

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