Phoebe woke up with a start, her heart racing from a terrifying nightmare.
Opening her eyes, the sharp smell of disinfectant filled her nose.
She coughed lightly and tried to move, but the pain shooting through her body reminded her that last night's nightmare had been all too real.
"Miss, you're awake?" A nurse approached with a smile. "Are you feeling any discomfort?"
Phoebe shook her head, her gaze quickly scanning the room, searching for Curitis. Panic gripped her as she realized he wasn't there. Her chest tightened as she anxiously asked, "What happened to the man who came with me last night?"
"The man who came with you?" The nurse looked confused.
"He... he was shot..." Phoebe briefly explained, her eyes filled with worry.
"Well..." the nurse hesitated. "I wasn't on duty las
