A Life Debt Repaid

Sam left and returned after buying a few bottles of water.

As his parents did not want any, Sam passed one to Quinn, who stared blankly for a moment before taking it.

In reality, they had not eaten or drank for a day since rushing to the capital for a day, waiting until Ryan’s surgery was over and standing watch over him now.

And even as Quinn took a few sips, all her attention was on Ryan.

That was when she suddenly realized that Ryan had woken up-

It was a small twitch, and there was no other reaction— perhaps it hurt too much, or he simply did not have the strength.

Still, he slowly opened his eyes.

“He’s awake! Ryan’s awake!” Quinn exclaimed excitedly.

Marvin and Lindsay noticed it right then and quickly turned to Sam. “Go get a doctor!”

did so, and the doctor arrived, entering

were soundproof, however, and they could not

and the

after a while.

is he?” Lindsay

and he’s not in danger, ” the doctor assured her. “However, he’s still very weak, so he’d need to stay here for another few days to avoid infection, or the consequences would be

to.” Lindsay promptly agreed to it. “Can we go in to keep him

shaking his head. “He regained consciousness, but his head is still in a blur. He should rest for

Marvin and Lindsay both thanked

tell him about his amputation for a few days when you start visiting. I’m concerned he won’t

always did while tears flowed freely from her

be taking shifts to watch him 24/7. Everyone may step away for now, since the patient would need your care after he leaves ICU. You need to take care of yourself before looking after

advice,

nor Lindsay intend to

and come back tomorrow,” Sam reasoned. “I’ve booked a hotel not ten minutes away from here, and