Chapter 128. You Can Turn Back Now IV

She helped me lie down and took her place on her side of the bed. I noticed there was enough space between us for two people to sleep comfortably. "If you need anything or if you're in pain, wake me up," she told me as she turned towards the light switch. But I didn't like the distance between us and said, "Seraphina, why are you so far away? We slept closer at the hospital. I'm perfectly fine, Seraphina. You can sleep next to me." I reached out, inviting her to join me. She hesitated and whispered, "What if I accidentally hurt you?"

"Seraphina, I trust you completely. Even if you wanted to, you wouldn't hurt me. Come here," I reassured her. Thankfully, she nodded, and she turned off the lights. She laid her head on my arm, and I moved closer to her, embracing her as she rested her head on my chest. "This feels so much better," I whispered. I felt her smile against my chest as she whispered back, "Good