Day 15: Damsel in Distress

Here's another rough thought for you. I've cut it up into two parts and I'll post to second half tomorrow. I hope you'll give me some feedback!

Enjoy:

I slowly opened my eyes. Sunlight was splashed across the cream colored walls. I took a deep breath and sat up. Adam was tucked into a chair in the corner, fast asleep. A small smile crept on my face at the sight. Poor guy must have been awake for days to actually be needing sleep.

I sat up slowly, wincing as my movement shot pain into my shoulder. Gazing around I noticed a pitcher of water on the table a few feet from the bed. Noticing the water made me hyper aware of the fact that my throat was dry, scratchy and in need a refreshing. Quietly slipping the blankets off of me, I scotted to the edge of the bed and set my feet upon the plush rug. Gingerly I pushed myself to a standing position, careful not to jar my shoulder.

My legs were unsteady and shaking. I didn't know how long I'd been asleep, but I was determined to get my ability to walk back in working order. I slowly made my way towards the table and grabbed one of the glasses. Raising the pitcher, I poured the cool clear liquid into my small cup and smiled in satisfaction. Replacing the pitcher I brought my glass to my lips and took a long, refreshing drink.

"I"m glad to see you're awake Jenna," Adam's voice startled me and I inhaled mid-drink. Water lodge into my lungs, causing painful gagging and coughing to erupt. My grip on the cup loosened and the glass shattered on the floor beside me.

Adam was on his feet instantly and rushing to my side. Giving a few hard smacks on my back, he managed to allow a large amount of air to make its way into my lungs. This helped to still the coughing a few degrees.

"I'm so sorry Jenna!" he admonished, guiding me back towards the bed, "I shouldn't have startled you! I'm so sorry."

"It's alright," I managed between coughs, "No harm, no foul." I sent him a half smile.

lowering back amongst the downy pillows, the coughing slowly ceased. Adam gave me another apologetic smile.

"You shouldn't be out of bed. You could have asked me to get you a drink you know." He chastised me lightly, a smile on his lips, "But you're not one eager to take on the role of 'Damsel in Distress' now are you?"

"Not on your life," I replied, my voice hoarse from the coughing...