Chapter 83

Eryx's heart clenched as he watched Braylon lying so still in the hospital bed, the machines humming softly around them. He held Braylon's hand gently, pressing a kiss to his knuckles, hoping beyond hope that Braylon would wake up soon. Tears threatened to spill from his eyes as sadness consumed him.

"It's so hard to see you like this, wake up soon, baby." Another peck washed over Braylon's knuckles, heavy words choked in the throat already.

That's when The door creaked open, and Eryx turned and there Mr. and Mrs Rhys entered, their faces etched with worry and grief. In Mrs. Rhys's arms was Alan, his eyes red-rimmed from crying. Eryx informed them about the name of the accident but who would believe him since They knew what kind of field their son was working in?

"Uncle, Aunt," Eryx said softly, his voice catching in his throat as he stood to greet them.

Mrs Rhys collapsed into a nearby chair, tears streaming down her face. "Braylon," she whispered, reaching out to him. "How did thi