Chapter 12 : Chills

My eyelids felt heavy as I attempted to lift them open. Once the were cracked slightly, the light from the room was too bright and I groaned, inhaling sharply. My nose burned from the strong smell of disinfectant. "She's awake," Someone whispered. Soon I heard thudding around me and my eyes were finally able to open. I winced at the brightness as it caused myself even more discomfort. A glass of water was hastily shoved into my hands and I mumbled a, "Thank you," in response, no matter how raspy it sounded. Once I had finished it I looked up to see Alice, Sebastian, and Kayden all towering over the hospital bed, examining me. Alice was the first to break the silence, "What happened Charlotte?" She asked. I didn't want to answer her question. I could see blood underneath my fingernails, slightly cringing at the sight. My arms were scratched up pretty badly and I wouldn't be surprised if my face looked the same. Kayden placed a light hand over my th