Jamie could feel her shivering against him, a tremor that echoed her inner turmoil. Determined to provide comfort, he tightened his arm around her shoulder, ignoring the pain in his ribs. He pulled her closer, his touch gentle yet firm, rocking back and forth as if the rhythmic motion could alleviate the severe spasms that gripped her. With his left hand, he moved to the back of her neck, his fingers massaging the tense muscles, willing her to relax.