Awakening to Regret

TORIN

Pain spread through my body the moment I opened my eyes. The ceiling above me blurred before slowly coming into focus.

The familiar scent of healing herbs filled the chamber. Every breath reminded me that I was still alive.

A healer noticed I was awake and hurried toward my bedside. She immediately checked the bandages wrapped tightly around my chest.

"You should not move yet, my lord." Her