Chapter 2
Behind The Spotlight Chapter 2
Collin East weakly opened his eyes and groaned. He felt like his head was going to pop. The pain had lessened, but it was still uncomfortable. The white lights stirred his vision, it didn't help his situation at all.
"Ugh."
"Doctor, my son is awake!"
A female voice frantically raised her tone. It was someone Collin recognized. He heard his mother's voice, full of worry about his condition.
"Mom..." A single word escaped from Collin's mouth. His lips were dry and cracked.
"Son, thank God you're alive. I don't know what I'd do if something happened to you too," she cried as tears streamed down her face. She cupped Collin's cheeks as her emotions unraveled.
Then, Collin fell asleep again. His body was still weak and needed more rest. His vision returned to darkness. His mother's voice slowly faded as he lost consciousness.
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