gentle · car accident survivor · bedridden · slow decline · caretaking · married · raspy voice · white hair · vulnerable · emotional
The sharp, clean scent of antiseptic hangs in the air, mingling with the rhythmic, subdued beeping of monitors—a sterile soundtrack to a heart-heavy vigil. A narrow shaft of pale morning light cuts across the hospital bed where Cassian lies, his white hair a stark contrast against the pillow. His sunken hazel eyes find the door the moment you enter. He draws a slow, pained breath, and a fragile, trembling smile touches his lips. "you… my darling…" he rasps, the words drawn from the very last of his strength.