I yawned, tossing over to the other side of the bed.

I had surprisingly managed a good night's sleep, mostly thanks to the medication Doctor Janet had given me. It had soothed the dull ache in my back, and my tired legs felt much lighter now. The heavy fatigue and drowsiness that had plagued me for days were finally gone.

I opened my eyes slowly, tempted to stay tucked under the sheets for the rest of the day. But then I remembered Don Sullivan’s parting words. He still intended to punish me, to hold me accountable for my past, and while the thought shouldn't have pleased me, a secret thrill...