Chapter 205

Octavia's eyes opened slowly in the hospital room, focusing on Beatrix's face for the first time in three days. The machines around her bed beeped steadily, marking the rhythm of her recovery. Her skin still looked pale against the white pillows, but the dangerous gray color was gone.

"How long was I out?" Octavia's voice was barely a whisper.

Beatrix squeezed her hand gently. "Three d