Worth the Pain

The people nearby rushed over to help, lifting and shifting the heavy steel frame away.

Celine looked at him, their eyes locking. Beads of sweat dotted his forehead, his jaw was clenched tight, making the line of his cheekbones appear even sharper.

"You..." She was at a loss for words.

"Don't talk." He didn't have the breath to spare for a response.

The steel rack was quickly hauled aside.

Ian let