<p>“Ember,” a voice called to her. “Wake up.” </p>
<p>Ember was slowly rousing from sleep when a hand touched her shoulder and shook her gently. For a moment she couldn’t remember where she was, but when she opened her eyes and looked up to see Donovan sitting beside her on the bed, everything came rushing back. </p>
<p>Bringing herself into a seated position, she cursed at herself for falling asleep like that. Letting her guard down for even a second was foolish. Donovan watched her quietly as she slid off the bed and stared at him cautiously. </p>
<p>“It’s time to go,” he said, standing as well. </p>
<p>“Go where?” Ember asked confused, the dregs of sleep still heavy behind her eyes. </p>
<p>“Back to my home,” was his response as he lifted a bag from the floor and set it on the bed. </p>