Cal told Tala she can find Alex on a bench at the back of the tavern, slouched like a defeated warrior.
"Alexander?" She calls.
"Oh…hi, Miss. I told Cal not to bother you. I just needed some time. I can't seem to be able to focus on whatever I'm doing." He greets her tiredly.
"May I sit beside you?"
"Sure." He answers quietly, his usual cheerfulness and vitality missing. "I guess you're here because they told you about…" He swallows, unable to continue.
"Yes, but perhaps you can tell me yourself? Is there really no hope left?"
Alex sighs. "No, the doctor said the malady has already spread far too much for him to be able to do anything. He said it's not worth spending money because…it's just a matter of time…and only a miracle can save her now. All I can do is make sure she is comfort
