Chapter 130

Demetri’s POV

I can feel his tension rising as Angela and Patrick adjust the position of his leg. He yelps hard as he grabs my shirt, burying his face into my chest as he holds his breath.

“It’s okay to express your pain Cole. That’s one of the things I wanted to speak about as a condition of your run here.”

“Stay still and breathe Cole. I’ve got your leg where I need it. Patrick is going to keep his hand on your ankle so you stay where I need you.”

Angela takes the time to explain as she prepares the dressing.

I keep my touch light as he slowly starts breathing through the pain.

“This is exactly what we need from you. I know it's difficult to allow us to treat your injuries when they are so very painful but it is important that you allow it to happen. We are not going to injure you further.”

He nods his head but remains tense and uncomfortable with the situation.

“There are a few things that will not change with the o