Chapter 14

*Sydney's POV *

Waking up in the arms of someone who loves you is a weird feeling. After a night of Adrian trying to nurse me back to health, me pretending to feel better, and a few stolen kisses, I was worn out. Even the luxury of sleeping in one a highly comfortable bed didn't help my tiredness. As I went to sit up to get out of bed to use the restroom, I felt a heavy arm draped over my side.

"Adrian." I whispered, nudging his arm softly. "Adrian, I need to get up."

With a groan, his eyes opened to reveal the breathtaking shade of green underneath. "Why?" He whined, pulling me closer to him.

I squeaked and tried to pull away. "I have to use the restroom and take a shower."

"Oh?" I squirmed to turn around to face him just in time to see the look of amusement on his face. "Want some company?"

I could feel the blush sneak its way onto my cheeks. "Adrian."

"I'll take that as a no." Adrian kissed my nose and let me up. "Fine, but I better get some actual kisses when you get back."

"We'll see." I giggled as I got up. Just as I was about to enter the bathroom, I turned to Adrian with the blush on my face growing. "Um… Can I borrow some clothes? I don't want to put back on dirty and wrinkled clothes."

"Absolutely." Adrian pushed himself off the bed and grabbed some clothes out of his closet. He threw a bundle of cloth at me and I just barely caught it. "If you want to come out in less than that, I won't argue." With a wink, he fell back down onto the bed and closed his eyes.

I mumbled thanks and went into the bathroom. It wasn't huge, but it was larger than most bathrooms. After putting the clothes Adrian gave me on the sink counter and went to the bathroom, I got in the shower.

It was odd, showing in Adrian's showers. He had over 10 different hair products and the same with body lotions, all with a different scent. I was careful which one I used, trying to pick one that wouldn't smell too much like a man when I returned to Amberwood.

Everything was fine until I heard the sink turn on.

Only two reasons that would be happening. One: Someone broke into the house and decided to wash their hands. Two: Adrian was in here.

I peeked my head out from behind the shower curtain, careful to keep everything below my neck covered. "Adrian?"

"Morning darling." He said after he spit into the sink after brushing his teeth.

"What the heck are you doing in here?!" I exclaimed, eyes most positively popping out of my head.

With an eye roll, he said "Brushing my teeth."

"Seriously." I growled in a way that was definitely not menacing.

"I needed to brush my teeth. No big deal Sage. I mean, unless you want me to stay in here with you." Adrian wriggled his eyebrows suggestively and smirked.

"Get out! I'm trying to shower!" I said sharply.

"Fine, fine, I'm leaving." He put up his hands in defeat, winked, and left.

With a groan I continued showering, hoping that I wouldn't get any more surprise visitors.

"I can't believe you."

I stormed out of the bathroom in the clothes Adrian gave me. They were simple, a large T-shirt advertising a bar and basketball shorts. That was definitely not expecting, sporty clothes from him.

"What are you talking about?" Adrian asked as he made breakfast. I have no idea what he was making, but I didn't want to ask.

"You walked in on me in the shower, that's what. You shouldn't have done that. Invasion of privacy much?" I accused as I propped myself atop the counter. I wouldn't normally do that, but I felt like I couldn't stay on my feet anymore.

"If you're looking for an apology, then fine. I'm sorry Sydney." He looked up from putting glops of… some sort of substance in a frying pan.

"I guess that works." I sighed.

"Anything else I can do to make it up for being so ungentlemen-like?" Adrian set down the bowl of batter and stepped in between my legs, his strong hands settling on my hips.

I hoped off the counter, leaving no space between us. His green eyes bore into my amber ones. "Not sure about that. What you might be thinking of doing is risky."

"I'm willing to take that chance." He closed the distance between our heads. His soft lips touched mine and everything around us disappeared. I stopped thinking. All thoughts about my sickness, the differences between us, and even schoolwork vanished. Nothing entered my mind except the thought of kissing him. I could taste the mint toothpaste on his lips and I loved it.

His thumbs nudged at the hem of my T-shirt, barely brushing the skin underneath. With a gasp, I jumped slightly. My eyes opened just in time to see the smoke that was starting to fill the air.

"Adrian," I exclaimed. "The food!"

With a growl low in his throat, he turned away from me and finished making the food without a word.

That's when it started.

I really was not able to catch a break. Some would say the worst of these symptoms was karma for not telling Adrian what was going on right away. My mind said it was how severe this disease is.

My breathing increased as everything started to waver. I looked towards the frustrated Adrian and saw three of him. That's when the fear started. I couldn't explain it, but everything was just… scary. I don't think I'll ever be able to explain the fear that struck me.

"A-Adrian?" I whimpered, gripping the edge of the counter.

"Yes Sage?" He asked, not bothering to turn around.

"I-I'm shaking, but I'm not cold." I clenched my teeth. The fear turned to the complete opposite and I started to laugh. "It's funny, huh. I'm shaking but I'm sweating and not cold."

Adrian turned instantly, his beautiful face portraying the emotion I was feeling moments before. "Sydney. Just breathe." His voice was calming, but I couldn't stop shaking. He put his hands on my arms, pulling me closer as the tears streamed down my face despite my smile.

And then I passed out. I seem to be doing that a lot now.

Two chapters in one day! Woohoo! I know this chapter sucked too, but I'm really tired. Sydney's getting worse. Not good. Next chapter shall be a surprise. Will it be Rose killing Dimitri? Will it be Adrian with Sydney? Who knows?! Well, I know. Hahaha! I will try and do another chapter tomorrow! YAY! Please leave constructive criticism in the reviews, I love reading your opinions!

Love,

Kaitlyn xoxo