Kael opened the door to Valex and Odesse's bed chamber. The door slid smoothly as he peeked inside and walked towards Valex, who was seated beside Odesse, caressing her hair and looking at her weakly. Odesse lay still and straight on the bed, dressed, but looking lifeless. Black blood flowed continuously down her cheeks, slowly pooling on a cloth nearby, stained dark.
"Your Highness," Kael said, but Valex did not reply. His eyes remained focused on Odesse's face as he watched her carefully. Kael moved closer and touched Valex's shoulder. "Sire," he said gently.
Valex flinched and glanced at Kael's hand on his shoulder, then looked up. His eyes were tired, and his shoulders weary. Kael, concerned, said, "Pardon me, Your Highness, but I believe you should rest. You have been in this position for an hour now."
Valex looked at Odesse and then back at Kael with a weak smile. "I can't leave her. I have to be here until she wakes up and comes back to me."
