Standing outside the intensive care unit, we watched the doctors and nurses take first aid measures around the patients. There was a sense of helplessness and panic that could only be felt after experiencing it.
Ian didn't wake up, but he regained some consciousness. The doctor said he was out of danger, but the time for him to be fully conscious was uncertain. It could've been maybe three or five days, or a few months.
It was almost dark when we left the hospital, and we picked Anne up on the way back. With Aaron's company, the trip was safe.
When we returned to the Reid Manor, we saw the long-lost Zachary. He was discussing something with Charles in the living room. He was very kind, and Anne had always liked him. The moment she entered the living room, she ran over to Zachary. "Uncle Zachary!"
Charles laughed. "Anne called you Uncle Zachary. You're quite close, I see!"
At this time, it seemed like Freya had had foresight. Zachary was about the same age as us, and it was indeed more appropriate to call him uncle.
"Where's Freya? Why didn't she come with you?" I sat down and changed the subject.
"Oh, it seems that she has a gathering with her best friends. She probably can't get out of it for a while. Besides, Mr. Reid and I only talk about boring topics. She will feel bored." Zachary answered with ease, as if it was nothing special.
Charles seemed to appreciate him very much and immediately added, "Zachary is really capable. He has been making visits to different areas these few days. Thanks to his advice, I can come back earlier and could take a few days off."
Zachary smiled and nodded. He did not overdo it, and was as modest and polite as ever.
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