Eloise winced as she stirred awake. Some part of her body feels weak and painful. As she slowly fell into consciousness, she felt the warmth from her hand.

Someone was holding her, tight and firm like they were afraid she'd slip away.

She slowly opened her eyes in that direction.

“ El?” She heard his voice full of worry.

“ Antonio.” She called his name weakly.

“ Yes, yes, baby, I'm here.”

Her eyes opened fully to see his face twisted with worry.

His brow was furrowed. His hair was all messy. His face was pale and full of exhaustion.

It made her heart ache.

She looked around to figure...