Claire:
My eyes fluttered open, and for a moment, I allowed myself to savor the gentle rush of Liam’s worried breath against my cheek. I allowed myself to savor the moment that we were living in. His grip on my hand tightened as he leaned in, eyes heavy with concern.
It's been a very long time since he's approached me this gently, since he's looked me in the eye, since his touch was as gentle as a feather.
“Claire,” he whispered urgently. “Are you all right? How are you feeling?”
I blinked slowly, carefully schooling my features into the perfect mask of confusion and exhaustion. I looked around the infirmary room before turning my attention to him.
“Liam?” I murmured softly, feigning weakness. “What…happened? How did I get here?”
“You collapsed,” he explained gently. “Kai ran to get
