Chapter 36: Still Right Here

Noah

As I slowly open my eyes, a wave of pain washes over me, making my head throb. Trying to sit up, I wince and gasp at a similar sharp pain in my chest.

I shut my eyes again and my mother's gentle voice soothes me.

"Take it easy. Don't try to move too much."

Taking her advice, I lie back down on the large bed, turn my head to the side to take in the hospital room I'm in. My father is right bes