"I informed him," Camila replied. "He's aware."

"What did he say?" Annis's voice held a hint of longing to know his reaction.

"He said he'd visit once you're feeling better." Camila was being honest. Alick had indeed promised to see her, a gesture that spoke volumes about his feelings. "Alick is a good man," she observed.

Annis, lips dry, whispered, “I'd rather he was a bit less so. I don't want to be a burden to him."

Camila found herself at a loss for words. She could see that Annis truly loved him, yet didn't want him to witness her in such a state.