Are You Hurt?

(Arata)

Miranda and Chan lifted my mood and spirit. Both of them joked and kept the conversation light. They avoided talking or asking me about the incident and I knew Karsten must have forbidden them. 

"So, he called you guys to come meet me?" I asked, enjoying the chocolates Miranda had brought for me. The whole box was open in front to choose from. 

Miranda helped me, seeing my hands were bandaged and one had a cannula on. 

"Yes! I think he approves of our friendship now." Chan snickered from the chair nearby. 

I smiled, more to myself, knowing he had kept his promise. 

Soon after, the doctor came for an inspection. The middle-aged man had a friendly face and a comforting presence. Two must points for a good doctor. 

"How are you feeling now?" The doctor gently asked. 

"Much better, thank you." Miranda placed the box of chocolates away.