Bearing The Novels & Stories

My heart pounded as I shot Adrien a look before moving to answer it. Bear stood in the doorway, his big frame filling the space. He looked more serious than usual, which was saying something, considering he rarely showed much emotion. "Jame..s," Bear stammered, standing in the dim hallway, concern etched across his face. "Can I come in?" I nodded and stepped aside. Bear moved to Jules's bed and sat beside him. Jules flinched, but Bear didn't seem to notice. His focus was on Jules, taking in every bruise and cut.