Feel the Way You Feel, My Love

Shane hummed a reply in acknowledgement.

As Jackson and the rest filed out of the room, Jacqueline went after them to try to find out what happened to Natalie.

Shane didn’t see them off. He sat beside the bed and took Natalie’s hand and stared at her silently.

He didn’t even dare to blink too much for he was afraid she might disappear without warning.

Pressing a kiss on Natalie’s fingers, Shane ordered, “Let her know so she won’t worry.”

“Okay.” Silas nodded and turned to leave.

A moment later, Mrs. Wilson entered the bedroom with a bowl of warm soup, and the kids followed behind her.

The kids ran toward the bed and gazed at Natalie earnestly.

They were worried for her, but they didn’t want to disturb her and only gazed at her quietly.

“Mr. Shane, I heard from Mr. Campbell that you haven’t rested for a day. Here’s some chicken soup to boost your energy. You should get some rest after that,” said Mrs. Wilson, concern evident in her voice. She couldn’t help but worry when she saw Shane’s bloodshot eyes and the stubble on his jaw.

Connor chimed in, “Yes, Daddy. You should finish the chicken soup and go to bed.”

warmed up upon hearing Mrs. Wilson’s and the kids’ concern. He took

took the children’s hands. “Connor, Sharon, let’s leave the room. Your daddy

The children nodded obediently. As they walked

the soup, Shane placed the bowl on the bedside drawer and joined Natalie in bed. He wrapped his arms around

up for at least twenty-four hours

she was safe, he could finally relax. A tremendous wave of exhaustion overcame him. He could barely

eyes and breathed in

a long

it was

in his arms

she opened her

when she saw the familiar ceiling

I’m back?

when a man’s voice rang out beside her.

head to the side and knocked into

man hissed in

you alright?” Natalie

lip and replied,

just happened to bite

mouth and scanned his lips carefully. After making sure he