“You need rest.

The doctor said to take it easy.

Don’t worry about any of this.

” He helped her lie down.

Flossie stayed in the hospital overnight with Colin by her side.

The next morning, Flossie woke from a restful sleep, the previous day’s unease fading slightly.

As she went to get up, she turned and saw Colin asleep on the edge of the bed.

He slept deeply, but the uncomfortable position etched worry lines on his face.

There was a shallow stubble clinging to his jaw.

Flossie decided to let him sleep.

Moments later, perhaps sensing her gaze, Colin stirred and slowly opened his eyes.

He looked up to see Flossie leaning against the bed.

“Awake already? How are you feeling?”

a

“Much better.

just checked on me and said I

you help with

Colin sprang up.

course, I’ll get it right

time he returned, Flossie had packed her things

at him

take me

was suddenly in an urgent situation in the taxi

of being alone and vulnerable again filled

a brief

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the entrance

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in the car, Colin drove

was quiet, neither venturing

her apartment building, but Colin was still

of the car

walk

want to make sure you’re settled

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