Chapter 5

The harsh sunlight streamed through the porthole and hit my face. I slowly opened my eyes, only to find myself lying in the helicopter's medical cabin.

The constant temperature system exuded warmth. The equipment on the cabin wall flickered with green lights, and a thick, professional rescue blanket covered my body.

John was checking the IV tube. He took off his snow-dusted helmet, his movements calm and efficient.

"You're finally awake." He turned his head, a faint look of relief on his face. "Ten more minutes, and you would have passed away."

I tried to speak, but my throat was…