Ruined Reflection

Ronan staggered along the narrow alley, one hand pressed hard against his left cheek where blood kept streaming down. His breath came ragged, his face twisted in pain. Every step felt like it rattled his consciousness. He knew the wound was deep—the blade had nearly carved into his cheekbone.

Blood dripped onto his black jacket, leaving dark stains. He couldn’t keep moving like this. A major hospi