Rena sighed, eyeing Leonel who looked noticeably thinner lately.

He seemed altered somehow.

He stayed mostly silent, whether it was a positive change wasn't clear.

By noon, Daniel stirred awake.

The little boy was still battling a fever. His cheeks flushed and his eyes were weary as he peered at Alexis. Feebly, he asked, “How long was I out?"