Eli had been sitting by Zoey’s bedside since he had gotten back. He didn’t know why though. The Fae who had used, misled and now realized had stolen his heart so long ago.
Through the window he saw the sun barely breaking over the horizon. The sky was lightening and beginning to glow. He stood by the window looking over the forest from the second story window wondering how he would remain sane if anything would ever happen to Zoey.
“Eli.” Zoey’s rough voice caught him off guard.
Eli turned to see her looking at him with a slight smile.
“How long have you been here?” She asked wincing as she sat up.
Eli helped her by positioning the pillows for her.
“Since I got back,” Eli said as Zoey smiled back at him.
“I’m glad,” she replied.
A tray of food was brought in and Eli like a doting lover made sure she ate all of it. He couldn’t stop himself and tried many times to fight his emotions for her, he had to be at least caring enough to see her well and find out more about this Lyssa girl.
“So how are you feeling? You look a little better at least not so pale.” Eli asked placing the tray aside.
“I am better and I can’t stay here for long.” Zoey let out a sigh and pulled her hair away from her face. “There is so much to do.”
“What’s wrong Zoey?” Eli asked. “I can tell something is troubling you and you haven’t let anyone in on it.” Eli crossed his arms and let his stare slide past his slightly turned up nose.
Zoey laughed a little and then clutched her side. “If you are trying to look intimidating it isn’t working. I also know you Eli and under that entire hard exterior, you are as kind and gentle as a kitten.”
Eli stepped away. “You’re wrong. My time in prison hardened that.” Zoey’s smile faded.
“You don’t understand…” Zoey meekly started to say.
“No, I understand.” Eli now paced the room. “I thought we were working together and you left me red-handed with what I thought was the Everspell. And now you’ve put it into some Etherling for safe keeping.”