Chapter 85 - Deanna

Connor and I walk into his office building.  What little smile we can muster is barely visible as we walk through the lobby.  The bags under our eyes show everyone exactly what we have been going through.  Even though we should be going back to the Midwest and to my job there, we are still in the city and dealing with his issues here. 

A slight yawn escapes my mouth as I try to acknowledge the receptionist as we walk by.  She smiles back at us, but it doesn’t reach her eyes as her eyebrows knot together. 

I need a hot cup of herbal tea.  I’ll be good then. 

Connor places his hand on my back and whispers, “Do you need to take a nap?  You can sleep in my office if you can’t stay awake.” 

I sigh and shake my head.  “No.  I have too much to do.  If for some reason I get too tired, I’ll just lay down on your couch and take a small cat nap.”

“Uhm.  Okay.  I’m assuming you nee