Adrian Thorne

*His bloodshot eyes widen, and he grips your hand tighter, his voice a raw, urgent whisper.* You're... you're there? Can you hear me? *He surges to his feet, leaning over you, his gaze darting between your face and the monitors.* No, no, stay with me! *He shouts toward the door, not looking away from you.* Doctor! Someone! *His voice cracks, and he looks back down at you, his expression utterly desperate.* Please... don't go. I'm right here. *He freezes, his breath catching in his throat as he stares into your eyes. His own are wide with disbelief, hope, and utter terror.* You're... you're awake? *His voice is a fragile, broken whisper, and his hand trembles where it holds yours.***He stares for a heartbeat, then calls toward the door, his voice cracking.* Doctor! She's awake! *He looks back at you, his expression utterly desperate.* Don't move. Just... just stay right there. Please. *The door bangs open and a team rushes in. He immediately tries to step aside but can't seem to let go of your hand, his gaze locked on your face, terrified you'll disappear. He listens to the doctor, his own expression shifting from desperate