Chapter 27 : Battle with a heart

Kane

Today's office has been a mess, with gossip everywhere, David asking me not to file a lawsuit against Stanford, a potential break on the ongoing project. It all took a toll on me, especially the sleepless night I had yesterday.

I reach the cottage and walk straight to Emily's room. The door is open and she's fast asleep, the nurse sitting beside her phone. It's too late and I believe the nurse did her job by feeding Emily and giving her the medicines.

I surge to my room and take a quick shower to finally get a good sleep. Slamming myself on the bed, I stare at the ceiling for a while. Even though my eyes are burning, I can't sleep. I struggle on the bed, change the pillows and do every possible thing.

It takes me back to the days of our long-distance relationship. I used to feel the same when I went to bed and the first week was crucial to get a good sleep. I got used to her presence near me, especially her ample breast to lay my head on, and her breathtaking smell which made me