Ara’s POV
As Damon left the tent, I let out a quiet sigh of relief. He was okay. That was all that mattered.
“What did you tell him?” I asked.
“Nothing much. Just that, you give him some blood.” Victoria sighed.
I nodded. So he didn't know. Good!
“How are you feeling now?” Victoria asked, stepping closer.
“Could you give me another dose of that pain medicine?” I asked, trying to sound casual.
Victoria frowned, checking my pulse and vitals with quick, practiced movements.
“You’re still in a lot of pain. I knew this was a bad idea,” she muttered under her breath. “Ara, your body is extremely weak right now. If you keep relying on these meds, they’ll do more harm than good.”
Before I could respond, Lina walked into the tent. She looked much better than the last time I saw her—almost
