So, even though Zane Xavier knew this was his best chance to escape Stella Sterling, he made no move to do so. The thought didn't even cross his mind.
He was simply surprised that Stella Sterling would trust him so completely. After the surprise came a wave of gratitude.
Then, his eyes scanned the room, searching for a wide enough spot to lay out the items he had gathered.
With a layer of padding, resting later wouldn't be so uncomfortable.
As he arranged the makeshift bed, he was also thinking, 'When I rest later, I can't sleep too deeply. I have to stay alert.'
'This place may be deserted and the village abandoned, but it's better to be safe than sorry.'
'Anything could happen in this apocalypse. Who knows if there's anyone else left in this village.'
'Or what other sudden dangers might appear?'
'There are only two of us here, and Miss Sterling is already asleep. So even when I rest, I can't let myself fall completely unconscious.'
