77 How to Heal

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.