A Deeper Burn

LUNA VESPERIA’S POV

Two days.

That’s how long it’s been since Valerius touched me and stayed. He comes in only when he thinks I’m asleep. I feel him lift me, wash me, dress the wound. His hands are careful, almost too careful, but he’s gone before I can open my eyes.

Like I’m a body he’s obligated to keep alive, nothing more. But I was confused. It's just a burn. I don’t even feel a thing there. J