Core opened her eyes and saw Sonja above her. The wound hurt. It was the worst pain imaginable. Core coughed, splattering blood on Sonja's face. 
"I guess he's the one calling the shots" she muttered. Laughing a little. The pain hit her again. Core put her hand on her chest. When she pulled it away there was blood on her hand.
"I dunno if I'll make it." Core said, louder than she had when she made the pun moments before.