Jace walked into the room, and found Araidna, lying on a bed. A nurse sat in the corner, scribbling something on a piece of paper. "Araidna?" Jace whispered, his heart thumping. She didn't respond. He turned to the nurse, who was sitting wide-eyed at the end of her seat. "Is she okay?"
The nurse frowned sadly. "Unfortunately, no. With some time and care, she can recover, but it may take a while. Are you visiting?"
Jace nodded lifelessly. He thanked the nurse, and turned to Araidna. "I'm sorry," he told her. He didn't know if she could hear. Saddened, he turned around and walked back outside.