Chapter 49

Arabella’s POV The Next Day I woke up with my whole body aching, grimacing as I tried to sit up, but my weak back just wouldn’t cooperate. I tried several times—each attempt only making the soreness worse—until I finally gave up and lay back down, lost in thought. “What’s gotten into me lately? My strength is fading, and I’m constantly drowsy… I even nodded off at work during lunch the other day,” I mused. I ran a hand through my hair and decided not to overthink it. Maybe so much has happened lately that my nerves are shot—when they finally relax, this is the price I pay. I yawned. Jasper emerged from the bathroom and, noticing me staring up at the ceiling with wide eyes, asked, “What's wrong? Not gonna go to work? Still lounging in bed, my princess?” “You! If it weren’t for you… I…” I snapped, my face flushing with irritation. “I couldn’t even get up on my own! Help me out!” Jasper just snorted with laughter at my complaint. “Stop laughing and come help me! I’m go