Cliff slept for two full days before finally waking up.When he opened his eyes, a nurse was swapping out his IV.Seeing him stir, she smiled. "Well, look who's finally awake!""W–where... where am I?" Cliff's throat was so dry his voice came out rough and cracked."You're in the hospital. Our director brought you in," the nurse said, giving his shoulder a light pat. "Hang tight, I'll go get the doctor."Director? Frank!The realization jolted Cliff upright in panic. "No—wait! I need to see your director!"The nurse hesitated, then nodded. "Alright, stay put."She hurried out of the room.Cliff lay back against the pillows, every inch of his body aching. Even breathing felt like work.Fragments of memory flashed through his mind, and his chest tightened when he thought of Mona. Fear gnawed at him, sharp and relentless.Before long, he heard footsteps. Frank entered with a doctor at his side."Frank." Cliff locked eyes on him like a lifeline. "Go—go save Mona!"Frank froze at the name,
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