Mending the Lunar Scars

Chapter 15

Luca's eyes overflowed with tears as he realized the gravity of his mistakes. He had never meant to hurt Raya, but his actions had led to this moment. He felt a deep sense of regret and responsibility for her condition.

Tears streamed down his face as he remembered the happy times they had shared, the laughter, the love. He couldn't believe that he had caused her so much pain.

"I'm so sorry," he whispered, his voice barely audible. "I never meant to hurt you."

Raya's parents, their faces etched with a mix of guilt and relief, watched their daughter navigate the treacherous track with newfound respect. For years, they had harbored resentment, blaming her for Arin's tragic accident. But now, as they witnessed her courage and determination, they realized their own harsh judgment had been misplaced. A desire to make amends surged within them, a longing to apologize and reconcile with their daughter.

Stephy, her voice trembling, tried to soothe her parents' anguish. "She's going to be alright," she whispered, her eyes glistening with tears. "Raya is incredibly resilient. She'll overcome this."

The weight of their guilt and worry was a heavy burden to bear. Raya's parents, consumed by remorse, knew they had to atone for their past mistakes. They yearned to bring their daughter home, to provide the care and love she deserved from the very beginning.

Luca, adrift in a sea of despair, felt a pang of guilt. He had never intended to cause Raya pain, but his actions had inadvertently led to her suffering. Though unsure of how to rectify his mistakes, he knew he had to make amends.

As tears flowed freely, the room fell into a hushed silence, broken only by the soft sobs of those who cherished Raya. They waited, their hearts heavy with anxiety, for any news of her condition. A glimmer of hope flickered within them, a desperate wish for a chance to make amends and heal the wounds of the past.

The doctor's weary face cracked into a tentative smile as he addressed the anxious crowd. "Raya has survived the surgery, but her condition remains precarious. We must do everything we can to stimulate her recovery, to encourage her to awaken and begin the healing process."

Raya's parents, Luca, Stephy, and the others exchanged hopeful glances. Eighteen hours of agonizing uncertainty had taken a toll on their spirits, but this news offered a flicker of hope.

"The next two days are critical," the doctor continued. "We need to stimulate her brain activity, encourage her to react to voices, touch, and familiar sounds. It will take everyone's concerted effort to make this happen."

As Luca approached Raya's bedside, her parents stood up, their eyes firm but polite. The tension in the room was palpable, a silent acknowledgment of the unspoken words between them. Luca hesitated, his heart pounding in his chest. He had come here with the intention of apologizing, of making things right. But the sight of Raya, so frail and vulnerable, made him doubt his own ability to do so.

"Luca, we appreciate your concern, but we'd like to ask you to leave," Raya's mother said, her voice soft but firm. Her eyes, filled with a mix of sadness and resentment, held a silent plea for understanding. Luca hesitated, his heart aching. He knew he had hurt Raya, and he wanted nothing more than to make things right. But her mother's words were a stark reminder of the damage he had done.

Raya's father placed a gentle but firm hand on Luca's shoulder. "We know, Luca. But right now, we need to focus on our daughter's recovery. Please, let us do this as a family." His voice was filled with a quiet determination, his eyes conveying a deep understanding of the situation. Luca nodded, his heart heavy with regret. He knew he had to respect their wishes, at least for now. As he turned to leave, he couldn't help but feel a pang of loneliness. He had lost Raya's trust, and he knew it would be a long road to regain it.