Vaughn's eyes fluttered open again, this time with more clarity. He turned his head slightly to look at Eliza, his gaze locking onto hers. The intensity in his eyes made her heart skip a beat, and she felt a rush of emotions so powerful that it took her breath away.
For a moment, the world outside ceased to exist. It was just the two of them, together in that small hospital roo.
"You look like heaven baby," Vaughn rasped, his voice still weak but laced with that familiar teasing tone she had come to love.
Eliza chuckled, tears of relief sparkling in her eyes.
Vaughn continued, a small smile playing on his lips. He lifted his hand, still trembling, and brushed his fingers against her cheek. "But seeing you… makes it all worth it."
Eliza felt her heart melt at his words. She leaned into his touch, savoring the warmth of his hand against her skin. "I was so scared," she whispered, her voice barely audible. "I thought I was going to lose you."
