Tessa shook her head, looking down.

‘What is going on?’ Desmond wondered, eyes twisting with curiosity.

Grayson’s eyes sharpened, he could tell instantly that there was something they weren't telling him.

Laura's breath stuttered, the way she looked away guiltily.

“ What's going on, Tess?” He asked and suddenly, even Tessa couldn't look him in his eyes.

His face darkened instantly. He adjusted on the bed, but before he could say anything, the doctor and nurses strode in.

“ I'll go and tell Ciara that he's awake,” Laura said, stepping out, and brushing past Desmond.

“ Mr. Beaumont.” The doctor smiled as well in relief. “ We're so glad you're...