A mistake discovered before the flame of life had flickered and died. Heavy lids cracked open slowly like those on an ancient coffin. Naina was rousing from a deep, deep sleep. Few perceptions could be more terrifying. What lay in wait on the other side? ...
“You don’t have to use it. Keep it for emergencies.” “But I—” She tried to hand it back and, when he didn’t accept, moved to shove it in his pocket. “Damn you, Bee! I said emergencies all right? Say if, if…”  ...