Beyond Heaven and Hell

Chapter 16 - I must not give in

Sophie's POV

I needed to take a breather before I could enter his room again. That last interaction was too much... too much feeling, too much to risk but oh, it was a moment for sure. This time I had to stay composed and not give into my emotions. I must still care though... I don't need to be rough. This poor, charming man had already gone through enough.

I heard a noise from around the hallway corner, so I quickly ducked into his room. He was sound asleep, but seemed more peaceful than normal. Being alone, I took this moment to admire him knowing I wouldn't be caught. His skin was so... human and was visibly soft, if only I could touch it. His eyelashes were so natural too. Lastly his lips. They were so plump and soft looking, so kissable...

Nate shifted in his sleep, almost as if he could sense me.

Remember, remember... be composed and professional but not a b*tch.

I checked his IV machine and all his levels. Even Scientifically it seems as he was at peace wherever his mind was.

I didn't want to scare him, so I decided to step away and make a noise. That way he would wake with nothing directly at him or in his face. I sat by the bathroom sink and made a decently loud 'bang' noise against the tap. I heard swift movement, and, in the mirror, I could see him waking. Slowly, I turned to face him and skipped to the bathroom door frame.

"Good morning" I said softly. "Sleep alright?". I tried to stay professional and just make small talk.

He stretched to sit upright on the bed, looking a bit confused. Possibly because I was already in his room when he woke.

"I was just checking in on everything, your IV levels are looking okay, and your bath towels are cleaned and replaced." I looked away from him to avoid any eye contact. I needed to not get attracted or drawn to him.

"I... I think I slept alright, to be honest I thought this place was a dream. A... nightmare of sorts... but then I sleep and dream and wake up still in this... place." He rubbed his eyes and sighed deeply.

His brows were pressed down in confusion or pained.

I began to wonder, how he would normally act when he is happy and content. But it pained me to see him this way, I frowned and looked towards the floor.