Naomi stared at her body, her lashes fluttering as she slowly woke up, the gentle motion of the ship beneath her lulling her into a dazed state. Her eyes snapped open in surprise as she realized she had been asleep. The shock made her pulse quicken, and she felt the unfamiliar weight of her body being moved, as though someone was carrying her.
Turning her head, her eyes widened in shock when she saw Zylan. He was carrying her. His arms were securely wrapped around her, his large form steady and firm as he walked, his strides long and unhurried. Was he… carrying her?
"Oh…my goodness!" Naomi's cheeks flushed with heat. Her voice barely escaped her lips as she blurted out, "Z..Zylan!"
