Chapter 49: Peace?

Alice’s Point of view

"But where did this old woman come from? You're not going to make me believe that it's a coincidence?" Says Simon, slumped in the chair next to Elliot's bed.

"No, it's not a coincidence since she 'saw' him with her gift."

"And she didn't ask you for anything in return?"

"No, she said that I did something or that I will do something, it was not clear, and that it is enough payment. Honestly, I didn't understand everything and I don't care. All I know is that Elliot's condition has improved and that's all that matters."

"Yes he's not having trouble breathing anymore, that's a good sign." Says Owen, silent until then. "Thank you, Alice."

Elliot wriggled slightly. "Alice."

The three of us stand up. "Elliot! I'm here! Elliot?"

But his face remains impassive.

"I don't unders