Reika tried to gather her courage as they got closer and closer to the end of the hall. She knew it would not help the suffering man if she was upset and scared; even if she was, she shouldn't show it.<span style="font-style: italic">"Take a few deep breaths and calm your fears. Stay cheerful and we will cry outside the room. We keep calm and the young man will not fear. Ready?"</span>She sighed and calmed herself before nodding. The door was opened, revealing Alyxander sitting on the edge of the bed, talking softly to Matt. He had not left his side, knowing it would be better to have company that was allowed rather than the sick male be left only to himself. Alyx glanced over and smiled as Kate and Reika came in.