When Samuel heard her say she was hungry, he instantly became awake. He got up and dressed. Looking apologetically at Eliana he said, "Sorry I overslept. Eli, I forgot you haven't eaten." As he pulled on his shirt and fastened his belt, he smiled and playfully tapped the tip of her nose. "Are you really starving?" he asked.

Eliana pressed her lips together silently, avoiding any further touch by stepping aside. Seeing her resistance, Samuel didn't mind and quickly went to brush ...