Regret Came Too Late

Grace's chest tightened, and she jolted awake. She gasped for air, her eyes locking onto the familiar ceiling. It took a second to register that she was at Palm

Bay.

She tried to sit up, but a familiar voice stopped her. "You're awake?"

Her throat was dry, and she nodded quickly, searching the room for water. Before she could find it, a glass was already at her lips, as if he knew what she needed.

She drank in quick, thirsty gulps, letting him steady the glass. Only after finishing did the heat in her body subside, and her gaze finally settled on Ethan.

It was the middle of the night, and Ethan was in his usual pajamas. The neckline hung loosely, dipping low enough to reveal his abs.

Grace quickly looked away. Last time, when Ethan answered the door for Jodie, he had purposely pulled his pajamas tighter to cover himself. It seemed he didn't like showing skin.

both sides

even tightened the belt at his waist a little

as her hands swiftly tied the belt. "What

firm. "Your pajamas were loose.

gave a short response and glanced away. His expression was unreadable, but his lips

asked, "How did you find

to pass by the cemetery. I ran into Liam, and he grabbed

wave of emotion surged through Grace. Liam had passed out earlier, which meant he must have woken up in

for that, she figured she should at least

deep breath and finally noticed the bandages wrapped tightly around her waist and

and I have no idea how to repay you,"