Chapter 28: (Aaira's pov)
2 August, 2025.
The morning light filtered through the curtains, casting a soft glow over the room. The sound of soft giggles and a gentle thud against my bed. Blinking away the remnants of sleep, I woke abruptly to the sensation of someone jumping on my bed. Blinking awake, I saw Azura, her small form bouncing excitedly on the mattress. She clutched her stuffed kitten tightly, her eyes sparkling with innocent delight.
Azura: Morning, Aaira!
Her voice was cheerful, My shoulder ached, the pain that flared more with each of her jumps. Despite the discomfort, I couldn't help but smile at her energy. I noticed the familiar sight of a blood transfusion pipe connected to my hand, the clear fluid slowly dripping into my vein.
Aaira: Good morning, Azura.
She started to think something, her English still forming.
Azura: Aaira, you up now! I play!
She said, her words jumbled but filled with earnest excitement. I nodded, despite the discomfort.
Aaira: How are you today?
I asked, trying to keep my voice gentle and engaging, Azura beamed at me, her smile was infectious.
Azura: Good, good! Play with me!
She patted the bed beside her, I winced slightly as she landed near my injured shoulder, but I tried to hide my pain. As Azura continued to bounce, I noticed a nurse setting up a small array of medicine on the side table. The nurse had a gentle English accent, and her presence was oddly comforting. Azura reminded me of my Aimin, and the ache of missing him surged anew.
I watched as the nurse carefully arranged the medications,
Azura: Daddy say I come wake you!
She continued to bounce, clearly thrilled by the simple task. I reached out a hand to gently steady her, trying to ignore the sharp pangs of pain radiating from my shoulder.
Aaira: He did, did he? You're very energetic this morning.
Azura giggled. I glanced at the blood pipe connected to my hand, a reminder of the injuries I was still dealing with. The sight of it made my heart ache even more, as i tried to distract myself, and look at Azura, she made me think of Aimin and how much he must be missing me as I missed him. The nurse finished arranging the medicine and approached me with a warm smile.
Nurse: Good morning, Miss Aaira. How are you feeling today?
Aaira: Morning. By the way, urs Misses.
Nurse smiled at me awkwardly.
Nurse: Mrs. Stark?
Now I was taken aback, was she thinking I was Ian's wife ? I quickly corrected her.
Aaira: Mrs. Jeon.
She nodded, there was a sudden silence in the room suddenly someone shouted.
Azura: Jeon.
The nurse and i both gave each other an awkward smile.
Nurse: How do you feel ma'am?
Aaira: I'm managing. Just a bit sore.
Nurse: I'll be here to check on you regularly and administer your medications. If you need anything, don't hesitate to let me know.
I nodded, Azura finally settled down beside me, her excitement fading to a more subdued curiosity.
Azura: You okay, Aaira?
Aaira: I'm okay, Azura. Just a bit tired.
Azura: Daddy says you hurt a lot.
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