Scarlett's POV

The noises coming from the electrocardiographic monitor made my eyes flung open, but they felt too weak to remain open, so I closed them again.

The whirling sensation in my head, which made me feel as though I've been injected with chloroform was having a great effect on me, making me feel too dizzy to do anything.

However, I sense that there was a presence in the room, and that I was being watched. So I opened my eyes once more, and they met Ryan's gaze.

He stared at me for a brief moment before averting his eyes. He looked exhausted, as if something was troubling him.

I...