"Sage, I'm truly full. I can't manage another bite," Katelyn said, gently pushing the plate away and offering him a weary but appreciative look.
"Alright, I won't force you," Sage agreed, his voice soft with understanding. He set the bowl aside and reached for the crystal carafe, pouring a fresh glass of water. From a small vial, he tapped out the final pills of her medicinal course into her palm.
Katelyn swallowed the medication and finished the water in a few long sips. Setting the empty glass on the mahogany table, she reached for a linen napkin and dabbed her lips.
"Thank you, Sage. For everything. For just being here with me through all of this," she said, a small, genuine smile gracing her features.
