~ANNA’S BEDROOM~

“Am I… going to die?” Anna muttered as she looked at Lucy.

Lucy froze, startled by Anna’s question. It took her a moment to react before she quickly shook her head.

“No, of course not, Anna,” Lucy said softly. “You’re just in pain, but you’ll be fine soon.

“Then why does it hurt so much?” Anna whispered, clutching her stomach as tears gathered in her eyes.

Lucy’s heart sank at the sight of Anna’s pain, but she forced a small, gentle smile. ...