Chapter 101: Confused

Carmela's eyes fluttered open. For a moment, she was disoriented, unsure of where she was or what had happened.

But then, the memories began to rush back to her. The accident, the injuries, the coma. She had been in a vegetative state for over a year. And now, suddenly, she was awake.

She tried to sit up, but her body felt stiff and uncoordinated.

She reached out with a shaking hand, grasping at the edge of the bed for support.

Her head was pounding, and she felt nauseous. She closed her eyes, trying to focus on taking deep breath.

Suddenly, the door burst open, and Max rushed into the room. He was out of breath, his eyes wild with concern. A doctor followed close behind him, also out of breath.

"Carmela!" Max exclaimed, running to her side. "Are you alright? How do you feel?"

The doctor put a hand on Carmela's shoulder. "This is amazing," he said. "A true medical miracle. I need to examine you now, to make sure everything is okay."

He took out a penlight and shined it into