Maya! A warm hand grabbed my chin. Come on, Maya.I gasped and blinked. I was sitting on the floor. In Daniel's lap. I bolted to my feet so fast, I elbowed him in the stomach.Thanks, he wheezed. Next time I'll let you hit the floor.What happened?You fainted. The corners of his mouth twitched. I believe is the correct term. It's not nearly as romantic as it sounds, you know. More like a deadweight collapse. With drool.
In this scene from "The Gathering" by Kelley Armstrong, Maya finds herself startled after fainting in Daniel's lap. The suddenness of her situation catches her off guard, prompting her to quickly stand up and accidentally elbow him in the stomach. This leads to a humorous exchange between the two, highlighting their comfortable rapport amidst an embarrassing moment for Maya.
Daniel's lighthearted comments about her fainting illustrate both his concern and an attempt to diffuse the awkwardness. He reassures her, but also pokes fun at the situation, describing it as far from romantic. This interaction captures the playful tone of their relationship while also indicating a more serious context in which Maya's fainting occurred.
