In the simple yet cozy inn room in Arcadia, Virginia sat at the edge of the bed, gazing at the weary faces of Catherine, Thomas, Pierre, and Elizabeth, who were still fast asleep. Her fingers moved gently, ensuring Pierre's arm bandages were securely in place. Her face was filled with worry, even though she had used all her healing abilities to help them recover.
"I don't understand," Virginia muttered softly, her voice nearly drowned by the gentle breeze coming through the window. "Why haven't they woken up? I'm sure I did everything I could."
Bai Suzhen, seated calmly by the table, lifted her head from the teacup she was sipping. "They need time, Virginia. Their wounds may have healed, but their bodies and spirits still need to recover. Trust me, they'll wake up," she said with a tone full of certainty.
Virginia nodded hesitantly. "I know, but... I still can't help worrying. What if—"