A Regretful Realization

Chapter 15: Recovery

Felix POV

There was nothing of any interest in the white room I was in save for a wall clock that read 12:56 AM. 'I've only been out for a few hours..' My ears twitched when I heard the nurse walk in. A short otter with a demeanor that seemed worried. “Are you okay?” She jumped slightly and dropped everything on a table and immediately calling the doctor.

She walked in and went white as a sheet upon seeing me. "Make the call. He's awake and well. I sat there confused for a moment. "Hey hun, you know what you're doing here? Do you remember anything?”

I pondered this for a moment. Last thing I remember....I'd gotten hurt at some party.

Blake POV

I was sitting alone in the living room like usual since the incident. Nothing to do really except wait and hope for a call I could very well wait my entire life for. Sure it seemed dramatic but.....at this rate I was starting to lose hope.

*Ring Ring*

I checked my phone and it was the hospital. "Hello?"

"He's awake." A voice said.

"I'll be right there." I dashed out of the door in only shorts and a dirty t-shirt, thanking my lucky stars. With a little trouble I fumbled the keys into the car and zoomed off towards the hospital. Upon arrival the nurse greeted me with a smile and lead me to the room.

Felix POV

"There's no way!! That long?!" The doctor nodded at my complete and utter shock. Obviously she felt pretty sorry for me. I'd been out for the rest of the summer with a partially collapsed lung and concussion among several fractures. She said it'd take awhile for my lung to be 100% but it's better than it was. Cardio was suggested. Guess I wasn't as lucky as I thought.

Next thing you know Blake is running into the room with tears streaming down his muzzle. "Felix!!" He looked so relieved. "I've missed you so much!"

“Blake!" I yelled then winced. My chest still kind of hurt.

Even if it did only feel like a long nap. One that unfortunately made school only a week away. I was pretty much the same except for the obvious wounds. That was good enough.

Blake POV

I was so happy to have Felix back I wanted to take him home right now. "Can he come home yet doc?" I asked eagerly.

"We have to make sure he's stable." The doctor shook her head. "Just one more night here will do. I want to get him on his feet and get him in some breathing exercises. Otherwise his chest is going to be hurting for a while.”

"I'll stay with him tonight then." I looked at my little panther in his shining orbs. "I haven't been able to look at those beautiful eyes for a while." I gave Felix a much needed kiss. He'd definitely been waiting for one of those.

We played catch up for about an hour. I'd gotten a small job at a diner while Axel and Kylee....well let's just say they'd gotten that much closer. Felix asked me what I'd done during this time gap.

~two months ago~

I had to leave. Seeing Felix like this..I just couldn't. He was in a hospital bed completely immobile. My eyes welled up with bitter tears as I walked out.

Axel grabbed my shoulders and pulled me near. "Hey calm down man...he'll be alright.." That's not what I wanted to hear right now. I wanted him to be ok now not later. My crowd of friends started forming around me to the point where my irritation went up and I started snarling. I felt cornered

When a wolf's mate has been hurt, it's best to leave them be until they've calmed down. Giving them space was best. They all backed up immediately which gave me enough space to make a break for the car. 'Great now I've even chased off my friends.' Feelings of worthlessness and guilt coursed through my veins. I saw the guards outside and they seemed to understand which helped me at least keep a little calm. I couldn't take it anymore and floored it home.

Axel POV

"He just needs some space guys....he'll be alright." I reasoned.

"You know him best." Kim nodded in agreement. "I'll leave him to you."

"I'd check on him tomorrow if I were you Axel." Kylee suggested with a warm smile.

"You're right." I sighed deeply. "I'm going home for now..I need the shut eye." I walked off with Kylee while Ethan and Kim went their own separate ways. "Do you think Felix will be ok?"

She sighed deeply and shook her head. "I really don't know.." She teared up a bit, so I ended the discussion there with a hug. I helped her into the car then drove her to her place. We both didn't say much the whole ride. After a short kiss I let Kylee out on her driveway and pulled out. My mind was still firmly on Blake. He was in a very bad place without Felix.

I headed straight for bed when I got home. Today need to end already..but that still didn't keep me from texting Blake.

Blake POV

I parked in front of my house with my blood still boiling. I tried to calm myself by leaning back. Just then, the sound of my phone brought me back to reality. It was from Axel:

"Hey, you gonna be alright?" He sent me.

"I'm fine." I kept it short and uhh, ‘sweet’.

"That's not what I asked. I'll be by in the morning." He responded.

"Fine." I grumbled under my breath and pressed send.

"Ttyl.." He responded.

I resisted the urge to throw my phone and put it away. A nice breeze blew through my fur as I stepped out of the car. 'Why not go out for a walk?' I wondered to myself. I went inside for a drink and a bite to eat first. Another thought happened to cross my mind. 'I wonder if that bear is keeping himself busy as of late.' I certainly wouldn't mind taking a crack at him if only to give me a way to release all this..

As luck would have it....and karma being on my side for once, Brandon was nowhere to be found. I walked through the park to the hill I used to sit at when I was lonely. Ever since Felix had entered my life I hadn't needed it until now. Seeing all the stars in the sky reminded me that I won't be alone forever.

'I'll show you this one day Felix..' I suddenly broke into silent tears. I didn't move from that spot until about 2 in the morning. The only reason why I went back was to get some rest before Axel showed up. Despite being a wolf he was definitely an early bird..