Draco's POV- Back to reality

I opened my eyes, and the world was blurry. I tried to shake my head to clear my vision, but something was stopping me. I felt a tightness around my neck and realised I was still wearing the collar they used to keep me stable while I was unconscious..

"Draco, you're awake!" Master exclaimed, his voice filled with joy.

I looked around the room, trying to piece together what had happened. Memories of Liana, flooded my mind. Was it all just a dream? I couldn't tell.

"Where am I?" I asked, my voice hoarse and weak.

"You're at the infirmary," Calix replied. "You've been unconscious." He added.

My heart sank. "Liana..." I whispered. "Was she real?"

Calix and Master exchanged a worried glance. "Draco, we need to talk," Master said gently.

My confusion turned to dread. "What happened? Where is Liana?"

Master hesitated before speaking. "Draco, Liana...she passed away , don't you remember? You must have had a dream about her. You almost got yourself killed when you took all those Hounds out ,