Chapter 20 Preview

Alright, I know everyone's super anxious to hear what's up with Edward, so here's a peek:

Edward must have dozed off again at some point, because the next thing he knew, the cold pack was being lifted from his back and a warm presence had settled on the bed next to him. Fingers combed through his hair and Edward felt himself relax just a bit more.

Jasper didn’t say anything for a few minutes and Edward was content to lay there for a bit. Finally, Jasper rose, kissed Edward softly and crossed to his laundry basket shoved in the corner. He changed quickly into a pair of pajama bottoms and a waffle-knit shirt and disappeared into the bathroom for a minute. When he emerged he crossed to the bed, barefoot and perched on the edge near Edward.

“Do you need anything? ‘Cause I’m going to crawl in there with you and I don’t want to have to get up again for awhile.”

Edward smiled and shook his head. “Esme will probably come check on us after awhile.”

Jasper nodded his agreement and lithely slipped over Edward to ‘his’ side of the bed. He sat up against the headboard and Edward migrated closer to him, though he remained on his stomach. He watched Jasper’s face carefully for a moment, seeing worry and affection etched into his features. But still, Jasper didn’t push him to talk, despite Edward’s promise the previous evening. They simply relaxed together for a few long minutes.

“So, I can’t have sex with you for at least a week,” Edward said suddenly into the silence.

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