Chapter 44

“Aemon.” My hand clutches his. Desperate. “Open your eyes for me.”

He stirs.

Barely.

And then his lashes flutter. Blue eyes crack open, dazed.

A sob escapes me. I duck my head, press my lips to his hand.

His fingers twitch in mine. His lips lift, just a little. “Told you I’m fine.”

I laugh throug...