Chapter 97

Demetri’s POV

“What I want you to do is allow the weight of your hand to do the work. Concentrate on what you feel on your neck as I describe what I need.”

He nods his head again but his breathing has tightened up showing me his nervousness.

“Your hand stays flat. Allow it to follow the shape of her neck.”

I allow my hand to sit there for a moment, trying to give him a chance to relax. I move my hand slowly, causing him to tense and hold his breath. I use my thumb to rub gently behind his ear.

“Breath Cole. I’m not causing you pain. I’m just touching you.”

He takes a deep breath as I slowly take my hand from his neck. I stand and return to where Madilyn is, preparing to give her the saline and electrolytes she’s in need of. I watch Cole duplicate my actions, gently placing his hand upon the back of her neck. She stirs and whimpers lightly. I smile when I hear his voice softly consoling and reassuring her. I tie a band around her w