Beneath the Fever

"How could it be so hot?" thought Dominic.

Valerie's face was red, and her soft pink lips were sickly pale.

Dominic stretched out his hand to touch Valerie's face and forehead, and his face suddenly darkened.

Valerie's face and forehead were hot. He felt Valerie's burning breath on his fingers, but her hands and feet were cold even though they were soaking in warm water.

Valerie squinted slightly,