Zen and Jenny arrived at Calum’s hospital bed to find him semi-lucid, a giant bandage wrapped around his head to cover both his ears and purple bruising starting to show from his broken nose.
“I’m so sorry, Calum.” Zen said, rushing to his side, fresh tears already stinging her red eyes. She searched his face for that soft understanding boy, but he just stared back at her, dazed.
“He’s probably still a bit confused from the sedation. He won’t be able to hear for a few days. Once the bandage comes off we’ll be able to tell the full extent of the damage.” His Doctor explained, seeing Zen’s worried look.
“But he’s going to be okay, right?” Calum’s Mom asked, giving her son a fearful gaze.
“He’ll be just fine.” The Doctor ensured her.
“Thank you, Doctor.” His Father said with a grateful
