Alexei's PovI slowly opened my eyes to a steady beep.The lights were dim, soft, not too harsh. The scent of disinfectant crept into my nose. I blinked again, trying to adjust to the light above me.I was in a hospital room.My head felt heavy, like someone had smashed an anvil against my skull. But I could move, barely."Alexei?" a voice whispered. It was deep, familiar, grounding.I turned my head slowly and saw Nikolai, seated beside me, worry carved into every line on his face. He looked tired, distraught and relieved at the same time."You're awake," he said, reaching for my hand. His warmth steadied me. "You’re safe."My mouth was dry. I licked my lips before whispering, "What happened?"He glanced over at the bed next to mine. Lyra was lying still, pale but breathing. She had a bandage around her head and a small scratch across her cheek."There was an attack at the fundraiser," Nikolai said gently. "Things escalated faster than we could contain. You passed out. Someone drugge
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