Freddy’s POV

Pain.

That was the initial sensation I experienced when I regained awareness.

A profound, searing pain in my chest, as if someone had ignited a fire within me.

I attempted to shift, but my body wouldn’t cooperate.

There was something off.

All was incorrect.

I struggled to open my eyes, squinting at the faint light.

The first thing that caught my eye was Desmond’s face.

The jerk appeared as though he hadn't rested in days.

His shirt was ...