Alicia POV
Maria helped me freshen up and change into a fresh set of clothes.
The doctors said I would probably be discharged later today.
After she finished helping me, she stepped outside to handle the paperwork.
I lay back against the pillows, staring blankly at the white ceiling.
My mind felt empty.
A moment later, I heard movement near the door.
Assuming it was Alexander, I didn't bother looking.
The person entered quietly.
The mattress dipped slightly beside me.
"Alicia, are you feeling alright?"
The familiar voice caught me off guard.
I turned immediately.
"Uncle Steve?"
I tried to sit up.
He quickly reached over to support me.
"Careful."
"I'm sorry, Uncle."
A faint smile appeared on his face.
"You thought I was Alexander?"
I lowered my eyes.
The silence was an answer itself.
Steve sighed softly before taking my hand.
"I only found out what happened after Angela told me you were hospitalized."
His expression became more serious.
