The nurse nodded as Delilah described how she felt, her face solemn as she listened. When Delilah asked regarding her injuries, the nurse calmly replied,”You suffered a serious concussion Miss Stevens, you were in a coma for the past four weeks in fact.” She briefly paused to allow this news to sink in before continuing,”you suffered several bone fractures and moderately serious cuts across your body. Fortunately, everything seems to be healing up nicely. Excuse me please, I’ll go fetch the doctor and bring you a drink of water as well. The doctor will explain everything.”

     The nurse stepped back from Delilah and headed for the door. She passed through and gently closed it behind her as she did when she first entered, leaving Delilah alone with her thoughts.