IN A BLINK OF AN EYE

Chapter 2 ⚡️

Anya's recovery had been steady and successful, and the day had finally arrived for her to be discharged from the hospital. She woke up that morning with a mix of excitement and gratitude. She couldn't wait to leave the confines of the hospital and return to the comfort of her own home.

As she got ready for the day, Anya couldn't help but reflect on her time in the hospital. She had been through so much, both physically and emotionally, and she had come out stronger on the other side. She was grateful for the care and support she had received from the hospital staff, who had been with her every step of the way.

With her belongings packed and her discharge papers in hand, Anya made her way to the front desk of the hospital. The nurse on duty smiled warmly at her and congratulated her on her recovery. Anya thanked the nurse for all her help and expressed her gratitude for the excellent care she had received.
As she walked out of the hospital doors, Anya took a deep breath, savoring the feeling of fresh air on her face. The sun was shining brightly, and she felt a sense of freedom and renewal. She couldn't wait to embrace the world outside and continue her journey towards healing and happiness.

After a long six months of recovery, Anya was finally discharged from the hospital. She was excited to regain her freedom, to leave the sterile smell of the hospital behind, and to return to her normal life.

Yet, as she stepped out of the hospital doors into the bustling city street, her excitement turned to confusion. The cityscape before her was unfamiliar. Skyscrapers towered over her, traffic was rushing by, and people were bustling past her. This wasn't her home. She had never heard of Central City, let alone lived here.

Anya felt a wave of unease wash over her. She was alone in an unknown city with no idea how she got here. Her heart pounded and she felt her breaths coming in short gasps. An anxiety attack. 

Barry watched Anya step out of the hospital doors, he saw confusion etched across her face, and his heart sank. He could see her anxiety and it was starting to overwhelm her. And

Seeing her distress, Barry - Clad in his super suit couldn't just stand idly by and watch her in distress. In a blur of red and yellow, he raced towards her, hoping to offer some comfort. As The Flash and as himself, he had seen her journey, her strength, and her recovery. He wanted to help her now too, the same way she has unknowingly helped him, for the last 6 months.

"Are you okay?" He asked, concern lacing his voice.

Her response was filled with vulnerability, her voice shaky with uncertainty. "I... I don't know where I am, I don't know this place..." Her words tugged at Barry's heartstrings, The broken look in her eyes will forever be imprinted in Barry's mind. He knew he had to help her. Barry's heart went out to her, she only saw strangers in a place she didn't recognize. The disorienting nature of it all was evident in her trembling voice and tear-filled eyes.

Instinctively, he offered her reassurance. "Don't worry, I can take you somewhere safe. There's a kind officer at the police station, Joe, he can help you." Barry hoped his words would provide her with some solace amidst the chaos.

Anya nodded, her racing heart gradually calming as she placed a small amount of trust in The Flash. In the blink of an eye, they appeared at the Central City Police Department. Barry explained the situation to Joe, leaving Anya in his capable hands.

As The Flash had disappeared, leaving her in the care of Joe, a compassionate and understanding officer, who had listened intently when The Flash had shared the details of Anya's predicament. He could sense the genuine concern in Barry's voice, and Joe figured out about Barry's frequent visits to the hospital he had made to her. Apart of Joe was happy that - while Barry had been pushing the team away for the last 6 months, at least he had found her. Without hesitation, Joe extended an invitation to Anya, offering her a place to stay at his house for a while.