Hospitalization

From the depths of unconsciousness, Nora slowly opened his eyes. The unfamiliar surroundings filled him with unease.

"Where am I?"

As his mind gradually cleared, he carefully observed his environment and finally realized his current location.

"I'm not entirely sure which hospital this is, but there's no doubt—I'm in a hospital."

Having never been hospitalized before, the only knowledge he had of such places came from pictures.

He took a moment to assess his body, then let out a soft sigh.

"Hah… No severe injuries, but right now, I'm far too weak."

Memories of the battle—no, the training match—with Magnus resurfaced in his mind. The fight had made one thing painfully clear: just how powerless he was.

Turning toward the window, he gazed at the distant horizon and murmured to himself: