"What if I become too dependent on you? I wouldn't want to be a burden to you," Serenity joked.

Jackson glanced up at Serenity. "Serenity, you'd never be a burden to me. You're my world," he declared, making her heart pound.

Serenity moved out of the bed, overwhelmed with feelings. Jackson was so seriously in love with her, both then and now.

"What's wrong? Do you need water? Or the bathroom?" Jackson asked, concerned. He stood up and walked briskly to her.

"Nothing, it's just…" Serenity paused before admitting, "I just want to touch you."

After getting the bandage removed, Serenity had to apply a scar removal ointment to the surgical wound daily, but she still could not use her fingers. She had to use electrical stimulation in physical therapy daily, using a mild electric current to stimulate the nerves in the hands.

"So, where do you want to touch? My face?" Jackson murmured, gently taking Serenity's hand in his.

Jackson placed Serenity's hand against his slightly cool chee