Shackles on the heart (Book #1)

46. Rehabilitation

(RaeAnna's POV)

I had finally woken up from the deep abyss. I knew I was still alive, but I became paralyzed. The first thing I seen was Lincoln's face, although a bit blurry, I knew it was him. The first thing I heard was his voice, I couldn't help but smile. I was only awake for a little amount of time, before falling back asleep to take a long nap. When I woke up I was surrounded, surrounded by people who care deeply for me, my grandma, Chester, Felix, Dakota and Lincoln. I had a feeling Lincoln never left my side. The only person I didnt see was Carrie, I guess she is done being in our lives.

They tried to explain to me what happened. They said I was in a coma for nearly three months. My breath caught in my throat, 3 months? It didnt feel like that long. They also tried to explain that while I had fallen into my coma they had discovered an autoimmune disease.

Never in a million years did I think something like this would happen to me, a 12 year old. Type one diabetes? Me? I dont know anything about this, I'm sure I have a lot of learning to do. "How is this possible?" I ask my grandma. "Why don't I go to get the doctor so he can explain it a little better?"

She goes to get the doctor to explain. He tries to explain in the simplest terms possible. Lincoln's warm, comforting hand holding mine the entire time, reassuring me that he will be by my side through the whole thing.

After everybody told me how happy they were that I was finally awake, they left the room to give me some alone time with Lincoln.

Right when they closed the door, Lincoln presses his forehead against mine. "I knew you would wake up. I never gave up hope, I stayed by your side through every minute. I was scared that if I left you would wake up and I would miss it. I wouldnt be able to forgive myself if that happened. I already have a lot of regrets regarding things that have happened to you. I was so afraid that you wouldn't know who I was." He says feigning endurance, in a brittle voice. "Why wouldn't I know who you were?" I question, feeling confused. "They said when you woke up, you might have brain damage. You died twice on the operating table. Ann..your heart stopped." I'm left stunned.

"What?! I died?" My mouth falls open. "I remember everything, up until I fell into the coma. I remember every little thing about you. I think even if I tragically had brain damage, I would never be able to forget you. My mind wouldn't allow it to happen."

"I was still scared. I am so happy that you remember me. I would feel lost if you didnt know who I was. I also have some great news." I stare at him waiting patiently for him to continue. "My uncle was able to finally capture William. He is keeping him locked up at his house. He wanted to wait until you were fully recovered to take you to him. He will keep him alive until you are out of here, he said and I quote 'we should leave the final deed to her' I agreed with him, you deserve to get the revenge you deserve, however you want to take it."

My heart was filled with joy at the new revelation, finally the devil himself was out of society, no longer able to hurt innocent people, no longer able to hurt my family, no longer able to hurt me.

Tears of happiness sprung to my eyes. "You're kidding!" He beamed at me, taking in my enjoyment. "No I'm not, we finally got him. I told you we would." He says. "I just never thought I'd see the day." He gives me a small peck on the cheek. "His time has come."