The medics opened the doors of the ambulance upon arriving and grabbed Dakota's bed. One nurse went to Nate, forcing him to drop her hand. "Sorry, you can see her in a bit" she said, looking at him. "Boyfriend, I'm assuming?" She asked.

Dakota's eyes fluttered open with a gasp, her heart monitor picking up speed until it settled again. Shed been out for nearly 2 days

Dakota looked around as best she could without pain. "Nate..." She breathed, spotting him. She tried to move her hand but gasped as pain shot up her arm

A nurse came in to check on Dakota. "Hey, glad to see you awake." The nurse said, looking at the fluids and vitals. Dakota nodded with a gasp of pain. "He hasn't left, y'know " the nurse noted, gesturing to Nate. "He's my prince charming" Dakota muttered,.looking at him with adoration written all over her face

Gtg)

The nurse left

Dakota watched him, a soft smile playing on her lips. She stroked his cheek with her thumb, loving. "I love you" she murmured, knowing he still couldn't hear her.