Stefan walked back into the hospital room, his expression softening as he saw Amber sleeping peacefully. He sat beside her, taking her hand gently in his. She stirred slightly, her eyes fluttering open.

"Stefan?" she whispered, her voice groggy.

"I'm here," he said softly, brushing a strand of hair from her face. "Everything is going to be alright."

She looked at him, her eyes filled with a mixture of gratitude and uncertainty. "How long did I sleep?"

"Just over an hour, you can rest, I'll be here with you," Stefan said, brushing a finger to Amber's cheek. Amber immediately blushed as she used to every time Stefan would act sweet....