The first thought that entered Amara’s head as she woke up was ‘shit’.
And then, as she became conscious, the pain settled in.
The aching pain in her head and the soreness of her back. Then she heard the voices, low considerate whispers.
“…thankfully, too much of the drug wasn’t ingested.” An unfamiliar voice said. “Apart from the level of her stress, she seems fine, although I’d recommend a few days rest.”
“I see, thank you.” A more familiar voice spoke and Amara manager to pry her eyes open.
In the door way stood a doctor and besides him was her knight in shining armor, her bungee partner.
The doctor was the middle of giving instructions, but paused when he noticed her awakening.
“You’re awake,” He noted, causing the other male’s head to snap in Amara’s direction as quickly as possible. “How are you feeling?”
“Fine,” Amara’s voice came out hoarse. She scanned the room she was in, squinting at the unfamiliar surroundings. “Where am I?”
“My place.” Her bungee partner answered, settling beside her. “I didn’t know the pass code to your place and you were unconscious, so I brought you here.” He explained.
Amara nodded and flashed him a smile. “Thank you.”
He mirrored her smile briefly before pointing at the doctor in the room. “This is Doctor Lyle. I called him to come and check you out. Hope you don’t mind.”
Was she in any position to? Amara shook her head. “Not at all. Thank you, once again.”
He nodded, then addressed the doctor. “Doctor Lyle, now that she’s awake, could you please perform a quick check up. I want to make sure she’s truly alright.”
“Ah, yes.” The doctor took a step closer. “May I?” He asked and Amara nodded.
“Sure.”
“Okay, let’s start.”
The checkup lasted for less than ten minutes, with Doctor Lyle only asking the necessary questions and making sure that nothing was out of the ordinary.
When he was done, he dropped off drug prescription and saw himself out, leaving Amara alone with her bungee partner.
“Where is he?” She asked as soon as they were alone. “The man who attacked me.”
“I sent him to the police station. They’re currently questioning him.”
Amara felt relieved after hearing this. The room descended into silence as her fingers toyed with the duvet and after a little while, she decided to no longer impose on the stranger.
“I see. Thank you, for bringing me here and helping me.” She pulled the duvet off her body and swung her leg to the side of the bed. “I’ll be taking my leave.”
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