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Victor slowly opened his eyes, blinking a few times as his vision gradually cleared.
As his eyes adjusted, the first sight that met him was Lucas and Zendrick standing anxiously by his bedside.
At first, Victor didn't understand the concern etched on their faces, his mind still foggy from unconsciousness.
But as his memories flooded back, panic surged through him.
He bolted upright, his eyes darting around the room, searching desperately for Rina and his children.
His sudden movement sent a sharp pain through his head, causing him to clutch it and groan in pain.
Lucas and Zendrick quickly moved to support him, helping him sit up more slowly.
"W-where's Rina?"
Those were the first words out of Victor's mouth.
Lucas and Zendrick exchanged uneasy glances.
They had anticipated this question but still felt anxious about how to explain what had happened.