Chapter 227

"Where's everyone else?" she asked, looking around. She'd made enough breakfast for the whole group, but ended up finding only Dominic there. "Lucas took her home. He'll be back to take over this afternoon." He didn't say who "she" was, but Louise understood right away. Seeing how worn out Dominic looked, she pulled a fresh set of clothes from her bag. "Go get a bit of rest. I'll stay here and keep watch." "Thanks." He didn't say much more - too much on his plate lately, and hardly anyone else could really help. Not bothering with formalities, he finished his food, grabbed the clothes she brought, and went to change. The clothes had been aired under the morning sun, soft and scented, comforting in a way that relaxed the nerves. Louise gathered up his dirty laundry, planning to clean them later. She glanced over and saw him slumped in a chair looking half-asleep. Her eyes softened. Setting her bag aside, she pulled her legs together and looked at him expectantly. "Want to lie down for a