Blake gently squeezed Rose's hand, relishing the feeling of her soft skin against his. After so much turmoil and separation, just being able to hold her again filled him with an overwhelming sense of peace and contentment.
"Dr. Martina mentioned you would need some time to fully recover," he said softly, studying Rose's face with tender concern. "Not because of what Damien did by freezing you, but some kind of lingering effects from medications you were taking?"
Rose nodded slowly, a weary yet resolute look flickering across her delicate features. "Yes, there were...precautions I had to take. Measures to ensure our daughter's safety above all else."
Blake furrowed his brow slightly. "What kind of medications were you on? What happened, Rose?"
