Lisa reached out to wipe away Bethany’s tears—but the moment she touched her, Bethany burst into even harder sobs.
Beside them, Lily’s eyes reddened as well. She could barely watch without tearing up herself.
“What’s going on in here?” Jackson called from outside. The sound of crying had startled him; he thought Bethany’s condition had worsened. He dropped the things in his hands and rushed inside.
“Captain… my head’s spinning…” Bethany blinked hard—she was crying so much that when she looked at Jackson, she actually saw two of him.
Lisa quickly steadied her. “You’re still weak. Let me help you lie down, alright?”
Bethany rubbed her temples, confused. “Why am I this dizzy? Is it some kind of after-effect?”
Lisa exchanged a meaningful glance with Lily—both of them knew exactly what wa
