"Hey, sugar."
Indianna woke and found herself in Greyson's arms. She smiled and snuggled closer to him. "Morning," she mumbled.
Greyson ran his fingers up and down Indianna's arms and kissed her temple. "Indie, look at me," he whispered. "Don't go back to sleep."
"Greyson, I'm tired," Indianna groaned.
"Oi," Greyson said and took Indianna's chin, tilting her head so she was looking up at him. Greyson stared at Indianna for a smile, his eyes flickering over every part of her face. "Gosh, I've missed your eyes."
"Missed?" Indianna yawned as Greyson brushed hair from her face.
"I'm so proud of you, sugar," Greyson said. "You've done me and the pack proud."
"What do you mean?"
Greyson shook his head and wrapped his arms round Indianna. "Nothing," he muttered, "just let me hold you." He kissed Indianna's head and sighed.
"Greyson, what's wrong?" Indianna asked. "You're acting weird."
"Shut up," he grumbled. "Let me have this moment, just don't go back to sleep."
"What's the time?" She yawned and wriggled in Greyson's arms to check the clock. "It's 4 in the morning!" Indianna snuggled into Greyson's chest and closed her eyes.
"Sugar, stay awake," Greyson said, gently shaking Indianna.
"Mhm," Indianna grunted and she felt sleep taking over her.
"Indianna!" Greyson said firmly. He never used her full name. Indianna tried to open her eyes, but sleep came and she fell unconscious.
*
Indianna woke with a gasp and reached out next to her. Greyson's side of the bed was empty. She sighed and rubbed her eyes.
It was just a dream.
"Indie!" Kimberly walked into her room, dressed and ready. "Get up or we'll be late for school- What's wrong?"
Indianna blinked. She rubbed her arms, imagining the dream where Greyson had touched her. "Nothing," she coughed and climbed out of bed. "I just dreamt of him."
"Oh," Kimberly said. "Er... sorry."
Indianna shook her head. "Don't be," she sighed. "I'll meet you downstairs in 10."
Kimberly nodded and walked out of Indianna's room. Indianna took a deep breath and rubbed her eyes. "You were so real," she murmured and got ready for the day.
As she was changing her head started to hurt. It was a pressure and she gasped, clutching her head. She groaned and swore. A wave of heat washed over her and she stumbled to the ground, taking deep breaths. Her vision went blurry and she tried to block out the pain, gasping as she did.
*Indie!*
She groaned and couldn't focus on the pack member speaking to her through mind link. "Stop!" She cried and suddenly the pain went.
She caught her breath pack and waited for the pack member to speak, but there was silence. She didn't quite recognise the voice due to the pain distracting her.
"Bloody hell," she muttered and pulled herself up from the floor. She wiped sweat from her brow and tied her hair up. After taking a few minutes to compose herself she grabbed her bag and made her way downstairs to the kitchen.
It was busy and bustling with people and Indianna yawned as she poured herself some cereal and sat down at the table.
"She's coming to the Christmas fair," Ace said and sat down opposite Indianna. He smiled softly.
"Tai?" Indianna said. Ace nodded. "That's wonderful. I'm happy for you."
"She's going to be hard work," Ace murmured
"You'd think you would've realised that from knowing Brooke, Kim and I," Indianna chuckled.
"That's true," Ace admitted. "Although, I don't think she's against me. I think she's scared of me finding out whatever she's hiding."
"Just don't push it," Indianna said. "She'll tell you if she wants too, and if she's ready."
"I know," Ace nodded.
"Have you been in her head?" Indianna asked cautiously.
"No!" Ace said immediately. "She clearly isn't trusting and I don't want to risk her not trusting me. I'm staying out of her head until she's ready."
Indianna smiled. "I'm glad to hear that."
"It's so tempting," Ace admitted. He looked guilty.
"All that matters is that you're not going to invade her privacy. No matter how much you want to."
"I really want to know what's going on with her," Ace groaned.
"You'll find out when the time is right."
*
"Raiden," Tai said. She had just entered the kitchen where Raiden was eating his breakfast. "How close are you and Brandon getting?"
Raiden coughed through a mouthful of cereal. "Good morning to you too, Tai," He spluttered. "And why do you want to know? You've made it clear you don't like him."
"His own family member hates him, surely that should ring alarm bells?" Tai said. She opened the fridge and stared at the empty shelves.
"He's explained himself. People fall out in life. It's sad but it happens."
"What exactly as he said?" Tai wondered.
"I'm not arguing with you, Tai," Raiden sighed. "You're stubborn as hell and won't give up. Let's just drop it."
"Would you ever tell him about us?" Tai asked suddenly. She turned to face Raiden and raised an eyebrow. "About... me?"
"I could possibly tell him about us in the future," Raiden admitted. "But I wShe went to her room where Sasha was still staying and knocked on the door. "Only me," Indianna called and walked in. "I just need to grab some clothes."
"It's your room," Sasha said. She was reading some magazines. "Thank you for letting me stay here still."
"One more person doesn't make a difference," Indianna said and grabbed some clothes from her wardrobe. "How are you though?"
"I think I'm finally getting my head around it all," Sasha admitted. "It's terrifying to think what's about there."
"I know," Indianna murmured. "I wish we never had to involve you."
"It wasn't you. I was simply in the wrong place at the wrong time," Sasha said. "You don't need to worry about me. All I want now is Brooke back."
Indianna smiled sadly. "We all do."
"Do you think you'll get her back?" Sasha asked quietly.
"I know one thing, Harry won't stop until she is back with us. So, I have hope. He's not one to give up on those he loves," Indianna said and said goodbye to Sasha and made her way to Greyson's room.
She had a cool shower and changed into a pair of shorts and a T-shirt. She felt her forehead and realised she was still hot. After opening her window wide she climbed into bed and sank into the pillows, taking in a deep breath, reminding herself of Greyson's scent.
"Knock knock," Mark called and walked in with a plate full of food. He handed the plate to Indianna who smiled gratefully. "Doc told me about the X-ray. That's good news."
"Yes," Indianna nodded. "For a change."
Mark nodded. "Eat up then sleep, you need your rest."
"Thank you, Mark."
"Goodnight, Indie."
Indianna completely devoured the food and put the plate on the side before curling up in bed, absolutely exhausted. She closed her eyes and thought of Greyson, and as she fell asleep she thought of his voice. It was almost as if it was loud and clear in her head.
She slept peacefully with the memory of him in her mind.