Anna POV
I groaned slightly as I woke up. My body was sore and all my joints ached terribly. I felt a little cold despite the fuzzy blankets piled on top of me.
“How are you feeling malen’ky (little one)?” I turned my head to see Alexei sitting in the chair next to my bed.
“Sore,” I responded. “My joints are stiff, I-I feel weak.” He nodded slightly as if this was the answer he was expecting. He leaned forward and handed me a water bottle.
“This will help you feel better.” I took the bottle gratefully. For some reason I was only a little hungry but I felt absolutely parched. I chugged whatever it was Alec gave me. It was thick and kinda felt like warm milk, but it tasted a little more coppery? I shrugged mentally, assuming it was some type of protein
