His Eagle Eyes on Me

"Mom, did he say anything to you?" Layla's heart raced.

Avery shook her head. "He is conscious, though. I asked him a few questions and he nodded back."

Tears filled Layla's eyes at her words. She wiped them away and asked, "Mom, can I stay in the room to take care of him?"

"He is staying in the VIP ward right now and there are nurses taking care of him at all times. You don't need to be here." Avery grabbed her hands. "I know you want to stay with him, but he is weak and will be asleep most of the time. Maybe you can stay with him once he gets better, okay?"

Layla nodded and regained her composure. "Okay."

Shortly after, they arrived at the room and the nurse inside immediately gave them some privacy.

Eric opened his eyes when he heard footsteps.

Avery had informed him that his parents were waiting outside and were dying to see him. When she asked if he wanted to see them, he nodded.

As soon as he opened his eyes, all the memories came flashing back to him.

died and was only dreaming; it was not until Avery told him

but he was too weak to

to see most, because he knew that they

his bewilderment, Layla was there

had not mentioned it. However, he almost relaxed right away when he saw Layla standing

Mrs. Santos walked over

called out to

you and so does your dad. Thank god that you are alright, or we won't know what to do with ourselves. Thank god you are alright..." She repeated herself over

Don't cry." Mr. Santos wiped away her tears. "It's a good thing that Eric is awake now. If

Everyone is watching!" Mr. Santos sighed and look at his son. "Eric, we don't blame you for what happened because a man is supposed to

and

they

you will

to