Chapter 62 No Promises

• Xavier
• I slowly opened my eyes, my vision blurry from the haze of unconsciousness. I was weak, my body feeling heavy and unresponsive. As I struggled to take in my surroundings, I noticed a weight on my stomach. I groaned, trying to shift into a more comfortable position.
• My gaze fell upon Alice, her head resting on my stomach, her body slumped in the chair beside my bed. Her eyes were puffy, with dry tears staining her cheeks and chest. My heart ached, realizing she must have been crying for hours.