BXBX NOVEL [Ln] Volume 4: Chapter 7.1
Translator : PolterGlast
*Step, step, step, step*.......
In the hospital attached to the Gloaurum Institution. Shina Juliel and Razward were making their way down the cold, quiet, white corridor.
Their destination was a certain hospital room. Once they arrived at their destination, she slowly regulated her breathing. There was a nameplate on the door with the name of Nozomu Bountis written on it. She put her hand on the doorknob and opened it noiselessly. Long black hair could be seen through the gap of the door.
"Irisdina-san, you're here."
"Oh, Shina-kun, huh......"
Despite it being early in the morning, Irisdina had already visited the hospital room.
On the table beside her were trays of replacement bandages and disinfectants, as well as tubs of clean water and towels. Nozomu, wrapped in bandages all over his body, was lying quietly on the only bed in the hospital room.
Both Nozomu and Ken were swallowed by the raging waters, but Nozomu was able to be found.
It was thanks to the communication earring he was wearing.
Originally, it was a magical device made of a special stone called a curbstone. Combined with the fact that there was a communication link, they were able to quickly locate him as he was swallowed by the raging waters.
It was also fortunate that Shina, who had sensed Nozomu's situation, immediately sent Razward to his rescue.
Razward rushed into the water supply through the exit from which Irisdina and the others had escaped. He pushed aside the rushing water with his wind spirit power and tracked Nozomu. As a result, they were able to rescue him not long after he was swept away by the waters.
Incidentally, the water that had flooded up to the water supply managed to be drained out by the emergency drainage mechanism installed. However, in exchange, the water supply in the residential area was completely cut off. It was estimated that it would take more than a week to restore it.
After being rescued, Nozomu was rushed to a hospital room in the Gloaurum Institution.
And several days have passed. He still has not regained consciousness.
"Irisdina-san, how is Nozomu-kun's condition......?"
"He still hasn't woken up. At this rate, who knows when he's going to wake up...... Even Fadrey-dono cannot bring back Nozomu's consciousness."
According to Fadray, there are parts of the human body that can be restored to normal and parts that cannot. This is especially true for the functions related to the head, and he cannot do anything about this part.
"Raz......"
[Chichichi...... (It's not working, after all. I can't seem to connect the link directly to wake it up).]
"Nozomu......"
Irisdina gently placed her hand on Nozomu's cheek. The heat that gradually transmitted from the palm of her hand told her that he was still alive.
That's why it was so frustrating, and sadness stirred deep in her heart.
At that moment, the door was opened and Norn entered the room.
"Good morning, you two. I see you're here again today."
"Yes, I'm sorry, Norn-sensei, for asking you to do something unreasonable......"
"Don't worry about it. You guys are just concerned about him, right?"
Nozomu was currently not allowed to have visitors, and only a limited number of people were allowed in this hospital room.
This was done on Jihad's instructions and was a measure to protect Nozomu's safety. Irisdina and the others were only allowed in this hospital room because Norn, the doctor in charge, suggested that it was necessary to ensure his safety.
"Thank you."
"Well, let's get on with the morning checkup, shall we? Ah, right. We have someone to assist us today."
"Eh?"
"Come in."
As though responding to Norn's call, the door to the hospital room was opened again.
There stood Lisa Hounds, one of the main culprits.
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While Norn was examining Nozomu, the three of them stood side by side and looked at Nozomu lying on the bed.
The only sound in the hospital room was the clinking and clattering of the examination instruments. An awkward atmosphere filled the room.
Lisa had been manipulated by Mefi, so the reason she was in this hospital was to diagnose whether or not she had any aftereffects of being manipulated by the spirit. Fortunately, there was no bad aftereffects and she was able to be discharged from the hospital.
"I hear you're being discharged from the hospital today."
"Y-Yeah...... Irisdina-san and Shina-san, have you two been ...... umm ......"
"Yes. They've been assisting with Nozomu's medical examinations. They don't have the expertise, so they can't do much, but I asked Jihad-sensei for permission."
"I-I see......."
"Okay, done. I don't know if this is a good thing or a bad thing, but there is no change in his condition. Now we just need to change the bandages. Can you guys give me a hand?"
Hearing Norn's instruction, Irisdina and Shina approached the bed and turned Nozomu, who was lying there, sideways.
Nozomu suffered various injuries, both major and minor, during the incident, the worst of which was the stab wound to his abdomen.
To counter the full force of Mefi and Ken's attack, he used his treasured sword, [Mumei], to perform a ritual act of self-inflicted injury. Although he stabbed himself so as not to damage his internal organs, the wound itself was still deep.
"Lisa, you too, hurry up."
"Ah, yes......"
Urged on by Norn, who was putting away the examination equipment, Lisa also approached the bed a step behind.
"Ah......."
But just before Lisa's outstretched hand touched Nozomu, it froze and stopped.
Her breathing became ragged all at once, and sweat broke out on her forehead. Her hands were shaking, and one could see her hesitation and agitation at the thought of touching him.
That was why she could not forgive herself for betraying her trust.
"I do understand. The reason I couldn't see Lisa earlier or help take care of Nozomu was because I was scared."
Camilla has always lived in fear. Even when she was a child, her life was in danger and she was constantly being hunted.
This past inevitably made her cower.
But at the same time, she also understood. If there is something she truly wants to protect, she must not run away.
After all, there are only two ways to go. Either to walk away and never be seen again, or to go see her, prepared to be chastised.
In her stiffened heart, she recalled Nozomu's back.
Despite being the biggest victim, he didn't blame Camilla.
Then, what should I do now? The answer came immediately.
"I will go and talk to her properly. Even if she insults me, even if she scorns me, I will face her properly this time."
Looking closely, Camilla's legs were shaking. Her body was still not completely healed. Even though she was healed with magic, her lost strength has not yet been restored.
But in her eyes, a strong fire of will, unbefitting her pale, sickly face, burned brightly.
"......Nice eyes. I wonder whose influence it is?"
"It's all the fault of that hopelessly good-natured guy. Norn-sensei, that man who saved my life ...... please take good care of him."
With a gentle smile, Camilla bowed deeply to Norn.
"I know. That goes without saying. Of course, knowing Nozomu, it wouldn't be surprising if he suddenly woke up out of nowhere."
"You seem to have a lot of experience with it."
"He has been a regular patient in the infirmary, after all."
It has been a long time since Camilla has felt such an uplifted mood. Smiling at each other's lighthearted comments that leaked out unintentionally, Camilla quietly left the room. Her steps were steadier than she had expected.
After seeing her off, Norn was left alone in the empty room and looked down at the cup that was left behind.
The surface of the steaming water was glistening in the morning sun glinting through the window.
Picking up the cup, she brought it to her mouth and gulped down the contents quietly.
The tea was slightly cold, but for some reason, it tasted much better than the one she had just had.
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