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CHAPTER 18
Stepping into Asher’s bedroom, I take a moment to study him as he sleeps I never realized what a fierce expression he always kept on his face but now that he’s relaxed and not aware of anyone watching him, he almost looks vulnerable
Which is not a word I’d ever use to describe Asher Knight And if I did, he’d take great offense to it In the past month, I’ve come to understand some important truths about him
He’s bossy, arrogant, and a control freak He’s strong and determined The vibe around hi, he takes it
I also found out just a few days ago that he has an incredibly surprising softer side, as evidenced by the way he took care of ht when I was sick I didn’t think he had soainst everything that our relationship stands for He went one step further by helping to push et Hope back True to his word, his attorney is filing the motion today It will be served upon Nelson and his attorney, and I’ve been tense allfor a phone call from him
I woke up feeling so , which was a relief, because that uilty when I noticed that Asher had a bit of a cough as he was leaving
“I hope you didn’t get sick from me,” I’d told him from the doorway as he walked down my porch
He waved me off “Just a tickle in my throat I’m fine”
When I ca, I found Asher in bed with a fever, sweats, and a deep congestive cough I immediately hooked him up with some tea Because he had no cold rab the necessities
I dosed him up and ordered him to sleep, which is really the best sort ofoff soue with me
But now it’s close to lunchtime, and he needs to eat and hydrate I carry a tray stacked with chicken noodle soup, crackers, and some Gatorade It’s time for him to take more Tylenol, too, if he’s still hot
I set the tray on the side table and turn to the bed I can’t help but stare just a moment more because in sleep, he looks boyishly handsoh he’s sick, he’s incredibly hot He’s kicked off all the covers, wearing only a pair of briefs that make me drool
Touching a hand to his forehead first, I note it’s cooler to the touch He doesn’t stir so I gently shake him by the shoulder “Asher… wake up”