“She returns from the great beyond.” He sensed her mind coming around and knew the moment she was no longer in deep slumber. He scurried over to the bed and sat beside her. Her face was red on one side, the side she’d been sleeping on for hours. “I wasn’t sure you’d ever wake up.” She struggled to sit up as though she’d been ill for months. “That smells so good. How long was I asleep?” “Almost a full day.” He grinned and pointed at the little window across the room. “Look.” Ahh. “So it worked?” “Appears so. You’ll be handy to have around when I need a little water or some sunshine.” He pulled her into his embrace and buried his face in her glorious hair. She tore away from him to stare him down. “I don’t think I’m intended to use my power at your whim, my love. Mother Nature might not take too kindly to the idea.” He kissed the tip of her nose. “Kidding. Just kidding.” She inhaled deeply and tipped her head back. “I’m so hungry.” “I’m sure you are.
