Collaboration
As Khaz slowly opened his eyes, his gaze met Lexie's, and his blue eyes seemed to plead for mercy.
Her smile was radiant as she watched him regain consciousness, feeling an unexpected sense of satisfaction in her ability to help a stranger in need.
Khaz whispered to her with desperation in his voice, "Don't let him kill me... don't hurt me... please..."
Confusion flickered across Lexie's face as she tried to understand his plea. She wasn't trying to harm him; she was trying to heal him. She smiled gently and asked, "Are you okay?"
His frustration and agony were palpable as he replied, "He broke me from the inside... Why do you think I'm okay?"
Isiah, who had been observing from a distance, couldn't contain his anger any longer. He approached them hastily, his voice dripping with annoyance.
"I thought I told you to inform me when he woke up."