Chapter 41: Fleeting Sweetness

He opened his eyes and the first thing he saw was Emma's bewildered expression. His memory quickly brought him back to reality, and he hastily sat up, feeling embarrassed. "I'm sorry, I shouldn't be here." Seeing his embarrassment, Emma's own nervousness dissipated by a good half. She spoke softly, "It's okay, I just wanted to know why you were here. You should have your own room." Patrick scratched his head. "I was supposed to leave. But you held onto me, I didn't want to wake you." "So,...