Startled by Alla's continuous cries, Maggie quickly nudged her. "Alla, what's wrong?" As Alla's consciousness slowly returned, she opened her eyes to find only a worried Maggie before her, the visions of Casiano and Ricky having vanished. She realized she'd just had a nightmare, recalling past events and people she didn't want to see. Shaking off the lingering images in her mind, she swallowed against her dry throat. She tried to reach for a glass of water, only to find an IV drip in her arm.
"You had a high fever, so I brought you to the hospital," Maggie gently explained, helping Alla drink some water. The sweet water rolled down her throat, gradually reviving Alla...
"Maggie.."
"Hmm?" Maggie gently brushed away the damp hair from Alla's forehead, tucking it behind her ear, and softly asked, "Are you hungry?"
