Adrianne's POV

Tom and I sat silently by Kris' bed, while Mark sat on the other side, his hand on hers. She looked so fragile… as if she would break if she were dropped. In truth… she was already broken… I sighed and leaned my head against Tom's shoulder. God, I don't know what I would do if Tom weren't here. I looked up at him, his beautiful blue grey orbs piercing mine in an intense gaze. I owe him so much.

"You okay?" he asked softly as he took my hand into his, gently stroking the back of my hand with his thumb.

"What would I do with out you?" I whispered as I leaned my forehead against his, our noses touching. I could smell his aftershave; after all we were so close. I want to kiss him so bad. Oh shit… where'd that come from? I'm not falling from him… or am I?

"Adria…" he murmured as I closed my eyes.

"Mhm."

"I-" Just before Tom could finish what he had been saying, a soft moan escaped Kris lips. I immediately backed away from Tom and turned to look at Kris.

"Mark?" she whispered weakly as her eyes slowly opened. Mark just smiled softly and squeezed her hand reassuringly.

"Where am I?" she croaked.

"Hospital… you passed out." I said causing her to turn and face me.

"Can I go home now?" she asked me as she tried to sit up. She managed to sit up a bit before plopping back onto the pillows gasping for air.

"You need to rest Kris." Tom said softly as he gently smiled at her.

"Where's mum and dad?" she asked as she faced Mark. Mark closed his eyes, pain written all over his face as he racked his brains for an answer.

"They couldn't come." He finally said, his voice tight as he opened his eyes once more. Kris closed her eyes sadly as she sighed heavily. She wants to cry… I can see it. I would too…

"Kris…" I started. I want to make her feel better… but how can I?

"Go… just go." She chocked out as a tear slid down her face. Mark tried to wipe it away but she pushed his hand weakly. I stood up, not being able to take anymore of this, and ran out of the room. Tears had somehow found their way down my face as I slid down the wall of the hallway.

"Adria." Tom uttered softly as he knelt down beside me. I melted into his open arms as sobs escaped my lips.

"She's dying, Tom. Can't you see it?" I sobbed. He's hold on me grew tighter.

"Don't say that. Don't loose hope. You have to believe." I looked up at him, tears filling his eyes as well. He wiped away my tears with his thumb as our faces inched closer. Then it happened… his lips met mine in a sweet promising kiss.

End of Adrianne's POV