Chapter 9 – Feelings We Can't Hide

• I sat up quickly, my face burning with embarrassment. My sudden movement woke Serena up. She opened her eyes, looking confused for a second before realizing how close we were. She quickly pulled her arm back, her cheeks turning slightly pink.
• 'I am sorry,' I stammered, standing up. 'I didn't mean to fall asleep on you.'
• 'It is fine,' Serena said, her voice rough from sleep. She rubbed her eyes. 'It was comfortable.'