*Noah* Everything hurt as I let out a groan of agony upon waking up from a very long slumber. The beeping of medical equipment sounded by my ear, causing me to grumble with annoyance. I wanted more rest, but the flurry of voices that hit my ears next was definitely preventing me from getting it. When I opened my eyes, the first face I saw was none other than Merida's. What?! “Merida?" I managed to say. “Noah! Oh, thank the Goddess you're alright!" she said with delight and relief in her tone. She was sitting by my bed, and she leaned forward to place a hand on my arm. “Urgh, what happened? You're back?" I asked, trying to clear the fog that was in my mind. I felt a sense of sheer joy upon realizing my lost love had returned. “But Merida… how are you here?" Merida gave me a soft