At the crack of dawn, Natalie stirred awake, feeling anxious that it was already morning. Panic set in—she was late to see her grandpa, and she feared he had been taken away from her.
Justin, who was still holding her, sensed her movements and pulled her closer. "It's not morning yet. Sleep!"
Natalie snuggled against him and drifted back to sleep.
When she finally woke up, she found herself alone in bed. Seeing the bright sunlight outside the window, she immediately jumped out, her thoughts racing to her grandpa.
Just then, Justin stepped out of the bathroom and noticed her panic. "He hasn't been moved from the ICU yet. It'll take another hour," Justin informed her before she could dash out of the room.
Natalie stopped at the door and turned to look at him. He was ready in new sets of clothes, looking all fresh and ready.
A/N Next chapters will be available to read tomorrow even if you have bought the privilege.