I opened my eyes in a hospital room. Botan was there.
'How are you? I'll let the doctor know,' he said.
'I'm fine,' I replied. I didn't want him to feel guilty or anything like that. After all, I was the one who caused the fall. I've always taken care of my own wounds. I don't need anyone's pity or conscience anymore. Those days are behind me, left in my childhood. Besides, I've seen how his conscience works before. He acted nice when he thought he was dying, then returned to his true self. I don't want fake concern.
The doctor came in and asked some questions. Finally, he said, 'We had to perform a procedure to remove the baby, but don't worry. There's no permanent issue.'
'Baby?' I asked.
'I assume you weren't aware. You were one month pregnant. Unfortunately, we lost the baby
