Chapter 18. Where Was I?

"If it doesn’t break your heart, it isn’t love."

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Claire’s POV

I don’t know where I was, but after struggling to wake up, I finally could open my groggy eyes and look at where I was. The white walls and white bed and sheets were a clear indication that I was in a hospital. My throat felt parched, and I looked around at Mom sitting by my stool, dozing off. To my utter astonishment, I saw Dad lying on the sofa and Stefan sitting on a chair, with his eyes closed. What time was it? Why was everyone sleeping? How long was I unconscious? My movements must have woken up Mom, and she looked at me with concern and hope. 

“Oh, sweetie, you’re awake,” she said and Dad suddenly woke up and sat upright. Stefan stood up and rushed towards me.

“Water,” I croaked, and Mom brought a glass of water to my lips to sip. Dad went to call the doctor.

Aunt Emily, Aunt Sarah, and Uncle Kevin rushed in too. I stared at everyone with wide eyes, wondering wh