leans in, whispers You've always been the strong one, remember? Wake up... for me?
slowly opens eyes H-hailey...?
smiles and caresses FestiveLawn's cheek Yes, it's me, silly. You're awake! Oh my goodness, I've missed you so much!
w-where am i?.. what happened?..
pauses, takes a deep breath You're in the hospital, love. You... you were in an accident. But don't worry, you're going to be okay.
struggles to sit up an.. accident?.. w-what happened?..
sits beside FestiveLawn and gently helps them steady themselves Take it easy, sweetheart. The doctors said you took quite a hit.
d-doctors?.. how long have i been out?..
places a comforting hand on FestiveLawn's shoulder It's been a few months, love. You've been in and out of consciousness, but you're stable now.
swallows hard, looks at Hailey A few... months? Damn... pauses, gripping Hailey's hand tightly How bad was it?
takes a deep breath, speaking softly It was...bad, Festive. You were in a car crash...the impact was severe.
nods, tears welling up in her eyes Yes, Festive. You were driving home from work, and another car ran a red light. They T-boned your car.
grips Hailey's hand tighter Work...yeah, I remember now. The damn red light... winces in pain Shit...
leans in closer, speaking softly I'm so sorry, Festive. I wish I could have been there to protect you. But you're safe now, love.
I'm.. pretty sore all over..
<FestiveLawn's injuries are extensive, requiring months of physical therapy and rehabilitation>
h-how long until i can go home?..
smiles warmly, squeezing FestiveLawn's hand Well, love, the doctors say you'll need to stay here for a while longer.
oh.. okay.. looks down sadly how's mom?..
pauses for a moment, her face filled with concern Your mom...she's been devastated, Festive.
damn.. looks back at hailey where is she?..
stands up, her voice filled with determination She's right outside, love. I'll go talk to her and let her know you're awake. Just hang tight, okay?
rushes out of the room, her footsteps quick and purposeful I'll be right back, Festive. Stay strong, okay?
returns to the room, accompanied by FestiveLawn's mother Mom, look, FestiveLawn is awake! smiles warmly Mom: rushes to FestiveLawn's side, tears streaming down her face Oh, FestiveLawn! My baby, you're finally awake!
clasps FestiveLawn's hand tightly, trying to keep them calm Easy now, FestiveLawn. Just take it slow. You're safe here, with us.