When Ryan came out of the bath, he expected Alysé to be fast asleep. He walked around as noiselessly as possible. But he was surprised to see the empty bed. He looked in the kitchen and the living room, she was nowhere to be found.
His heart began racing out of fear. It had been an emotional roller-coaster tonight. It could not endure more shocks. "Where is she?" it asked in desperation.
Ryan saw the door to the balcony was open. He went out and found Alysé dozing on the chair. "I told you to sleep in the room, but you chose open and fresh air." he thought aloud. "You were very brave tonight, tackling the enemy like a warrior princess. Must be exhaustive. Let's go in."
He picked her up in his arms and brought her into the bedroom. Alysé encircled her arms around his neck and nestled against him. He lay her on the bed, but she refused to let go of him.
