Chapter 9

She inquired, "Is life truly not worth living for you?"

Her sobs made my heart ache. I longed to reach out and dry her cheeks.

To reassure her, telling her not to fret about me.

I'm simply going to drift into a long, tranquil slumber.

Once I'm asleep, the pain will cease.

She questioned again, "Could you awaken just once more?"

"You mentioned saying a proper farewell to avoid regrets."

"You haven't bid goodbye to your mother or me, how can you depart like this......"

My tears flowed alongside hers.

The medical monitor began to sound, and the physician encouraged Phoebe to keep conversing with me.

He mentioned I was exhibiting signs of consciousness.

That day, Phoebe grasped my hand, neglecting even water, speaking to me continuously.

She wept and chuckled, causing me concern.

I had intended to pass away, but seeing her in this state, it felt wrong not to rouse and console her.

I struggled against my damaged body, and finally, around midnight, I opened my eyes.