Chapter 55 Waking to goodbye

Jos woke with a pounding headache and a deep throbbing in her lower abdomen. Memories of the day before came back in a haze. The nurse had explained the procedure clear enough, but the medications had been so strong she could barely remember what had been said. She let out a groan as she tried to move. A large hand came around her waist, and her eyes quickly shot down to it before shooting over to the head resting on the pillow beside her. She was greeted by a bright sleepy smile.

"Morning, babe. How are you feeling?" Russ asked, happy she was finally awake.

"Russ?" Jos tried to turn toward him, but the pain was too severe. She let out a muffled groan as she grimaced in pain.