"Amm."

Alisha moaned, her body aching as she tried to move. With effort, she forced her eyes open, blinking against the dim light. Her gaze landed on Alex.

Alex was sitting beside her, but his eyes were closed, his posture slumped in exhaustion.

"Alex..." Her voice came out hoarse, barely above a whisper.

He jolted upright instantly, eyes flying open, and within seconds, they brimmed with tears.

Damn emotions. He hated them-loathed them, even. But seeing Alisha like this? He couldn't ...