334 Ian's Guilt

As Nora's car glided to a stop in front of the Frost building, she spotted Demetri standing at the entrance. The car had barely stopped, when Demetri charged forward and quickly pulled her into his arms, hugging her closely. Nora closed her eyes and let herself hug him back, his embrace reminding her that she was still alive and able to be with him. She could feel him trembling and knew that he'd been as scared as her. They'd almost lost each other too many times.

Finally, Demetri stepped back and quickly held her hand, causing her to wince. Noticing her scraped knees and scratches on her palms, Demetri instinctively let go of her hand before asking in concern," You're hurt. Why didn't you say so?"

 He turned to glare at the driver, as if ready to fire him for not reporting her injuries and Nora quickly tugged at his sleeve, offering him a reassuring smile," These are just a few minor scrapes. I'm fine."