Kate woke up in pain. Her body showed the aftereffects of the drug: her head ached, and so did her body. She felt Bastien’s protective arms wrapped around her as he slept beside her. Kate smiled and placed a kiss on his lips, then on his neck.

“Good morning, princess. How are you feeling?” Bastien asked as he sat up and reached for an orange juice and medication on the nightstand.

“Horrible…” Kate whispered.

“Here, drink this.” Bastien offered.

“Did you feel the same after they drugged you?”

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