Even with their advanced capabilities, the drones could only do so much. Sid's condition was grave, and without immediate, higher-level intervention, the slow regeneration process could leave him incapacitated for months.
The medic drones were effective at stabilizing his body and neutralizing toxins, but the deeper, more severe injuries were still far from being healed.
Ram clenched his jaw, frustration building within him. "He barely escaped death… If I'd been there, this wouldn't have happened." His thoughts raced with guilt.
Mai stepped over to him, her face serious as she placed a hand on his arm. "Ram, we just need some time to get him back to full strength, if only I was strong enough this wouldn't have happened."
"The drones are doing all they can, however, we have other important matters to look after." Mai's voice was steady, but there was an underlying tension in her words that Ram could sense immediately.