Chapter 423

Demetri’s POV

It’s worrisome yet a relief that he allows the mask to the nebulizer to touch his face so easily. I wasn’t certain, considering his previous reactions, how well he would accept it. The top half of his body shakes against me as Evelyn continues her testing.

“Cassius, were you able to find any towels? He’s really cold.” I ask causally.

I thank him with a silent nod as he grabs a large towel and places it around Cole’s shoulders.

“Make her stop.” I barely hear him whine through the mask.

I look down as his unmistakable discomfort increases to find that her sensory testing has continued further up his leg.

“I thought this was going to end once you established where his sense of touch started?” I ask.

I can hear the edge in my voice but I’m trying to maintain a calm respect despite the disrespect I feel this is towards Cole. I take a deep breath, willing myself to stay calm as she remains silent.

“Please stop.