. His previous somber expression vanished, replaced by a lighthearted tone as he asked, "Hurting this badly, you can't even get out of bed""Try it""I would love to, but unfortunately I don't have that...Theewilderment and confusion, her eyes red-rimmed.His heart skipped a beat, and he quickened his pace. He threw his coat and tie aside, scooped her up in his arms, and placed one hand behind her head. "...