Chapter 7

Maddie woke up with a start. At first, she thought she had dreamed of everything, but it didn't last long.

 She realized it had really happened, no matter how strange.

The heat of the sun, coming in through the French doors, betrayed that it was almost noon. She felt bright and energized again and jumped out of bed. She quickly took a shower.

Then she put on an army green T-shirt dress, sneakers, and she was ready to go. She walked down the stairs and meanwhile twisted her long hair into a bun. At the library, she hesitated for a moment, then entered quietly.

In the twilight, she saw the snow-white sheets that emphasized Raven's dark hair.

The curtains let alittle light through. But Maddie saw him clearly. She walked closer. She could tell from his calm breathing that he was sleeping.

The beard stubbles gave him a bit of a rebellious look, just as he actually was. She suddenly discovered several scars on his bare upper body.

She