THIRTY-SIX

Trust Issues

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Samantha pov

What's the matter?" Dracul said.

He looked tired, sleepy, and groggy. I knew that I had woken him with my nightmare and now, there was no going back.

Once I told him what was on my mind, there would be no way to return to sleep. I looked at him, sliding my eyes over his body.

He looked tired and washed out, but he seemed stronger. Rest had done him a lot of good. Sleep had really helped him heal.

Dragons really did heal as quickly as the rumors suggested.

I, um..." I hesitated, feeling the pull in my chest. Once I told him,...