Chapter 222

Marianna's POV

Pain woke me. Sharp. Stabbing. Right below my ribs.

I tried to move. Bad idea. The world tilted. My stomach heaved.

"Easy." A hand pressed my shoulder. Gentle but firm. "Don't move yet."

I blinked. Once. Twice. The white ceiling came into focus. Hospital room. Sterile smell. Beepi...