Principal Gabriel's sigh resonated through the room, laden with emotion. "Tsk, tsk, the amount is also not small," he remarked, assessing the severity of Astr's injuries.
For Gabriel, born into a wizarding family, the concept of familial love proved an enigmatic experience. Astr's icy-blue eyes softened as he inquired, "Is there... a way to recover quickly..."
Gabriel, spreading his hands in a gesture of helplessness, shrugged. "The doctors are doing their best, but it'll take at least a month for you to awaken to reality."
"And," Astr added.
Gabriel's eyes, tinged with pity, met Astr's gaze. He gently touched Astr's burned cheek, a brief respite from the searing pain. "The flames were unusual. Even I can't restore your face to its former glory."
"Unless you're open to human body modification; I can introduce you," Gabriel offered.
