Eva

As my consciousness returned, I slowly opened my eyes, a tired moan escaping my lips. Disoriented, I tried to make sense of my surroundings. The last thing I remembered was fleeing the hospital, tears blurring my vision.

A gentle voice whispered, "Welcome back, Eva."

My gaze shifted towards the speaker, and my breath hitched in my throat.

Christopher.

My heart hammered in my chest as a mixture of shock, worry, and anxiety washed over me. What was he doing here?

"What am I doing here?" I stammered, trying to keep my voice steady.

Christopher smiled warmly, but his eyes betrayed his true intentions. "You fainted, Eva. I found you...