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I shuddered.
I’d always been aware of that thin line between life and death. Now it was more prominent than ever.
The doctors informed me Kane might be out for a while. It was perfectly normal.
It didn’t feel normal.
Kane’s silence was worse than his arrogance. I’d take cocky Kane over unmoving Kane any day of the week.
“Penelope is still stable.”
I’d spoken to Dr. Ellis who had repeatedly assured me our daughter was fine. Well, not fine, but considering the circumstances, she wasn’t any worse.
“And I’m working on having you moved when the time is right. They’re doing a good job here, but Penelope needs you close by.”
We should be together, sharing a meal, poking at each other, and enjoying our new family. Instead, we were isolated.
“I won’t let this happen again.”
I had no idea how I’d keep that vow, but I meant it.
I didn’t want to be separated from either of them again. Penelope was an adult. Once she was well, I couldn’t keep her locked up.
But we could still be close.
“I think I’ve got separation anxiety,” I admitted flatly.
“You sound disappointed about that.”
The voice was rough and scratchy, but the one I loved.
“Kane!”
His blue eyes met mine as I bolted to my feet.
“Don’t you ever do this to me again.” Tears flooded my eyes.
“Me? I’ve watched you almost drown twice.”
Water. He needed water.
I frantically searched for a pitcher, locating it on the bedside table.
“And you gave me a heart attack.”
I held the straw to his lips. He took a small sip.
“Only fair since you did it to me first . . . multiple times.”
He winced.
“What hurts?”
He pressed his head into the pillow. “Everything.”
“Let me get a nurse. They’ll give you something.”
“Don’t leave.”
