I sat by the window and watched.

"Rach, be careful not to catch a chill."

I looked back at Jon. He hadn't left; he was still here, sleeping on a chair in the hallway.

At first, Lily had tried to chase him away but later confided in me, "He always sneaks in to warm your medicine while you're asleep. I couldn't bring myself to tell him off."

I ignored him as he wrapped a blanket around me.

I used to look forward to Christmas.

Jon would always sneak out from family gatherings and take me to eat delicious food.

Jon's family was wealthy, and the house was always bustling during...