Metropolis Hospital, Room 27
4:55p.m.

[JON'S POV]

My head is spinning.. I can't remember anything. Why am I here? Where exactly, is here?? Why does my body feels so weak and painful? What is this thing covering my nose and mouth??? Who are all these people and why are they sticking needles in me??? Where is my hoodie? So many questions started to make me panic on the inside, but given to my current situation, I can't do anything about it.

Me: (very weak voice) Hey... who, are you guys..

Doctor: (paused his work and pulled down his mouth mask) Jonathan Kent, do not worry okay. You're alright. I'm doctor Dean Hill, and (gesturing towards the nurses) they are the nurses. We're giving you one last treatment, (resuming their work) and then you're all set to go back home to your friends and family.

Me: My treatment?

Doctor: Yes. Dont worry, your father's outside this room.. once we're done, we'll let him in. He will fill you in on whatever you don't remember.

My family, and, friends... the moment he spoke the word, friends, my mind instantly brought Damian up. I may not remember much of what has happened before this but I do remember the moment I opened my eyes, the first thing I saw was Damian. That's for sure because I even held his wrist.. but, where is he now?

Me: Where's, my friend? He swear he was here earlier...

Doctor: He's outside too. We had to send him out due to some safety reasons. Like I said earlier, don't worry, you'll get to see them in a while. For now, just stay calm. We're almost done.

I decided to let them do whatever they're doing because, I don't have the strength to keep talking. I just hope it wouldn't take too long because I really want to get out of here and see my parents, and my friends.. and Damian.

25 minutes later...

Doctor: (pulling out the last needle and began checking it).... Congratulations Jonathan... (kept the needle away, pulled down his mouth mast and took of his surgical gloves) you're all good. (Smiling) would you like to see your parents now? (Taking off Jon's oxygen mask)

I don't know what was that thing covering my nose and mouth but I'm glad it's off because I can now breathe normal. Ugh, the smell of hospitals...

Me: (breathing in and out loud, turned to look at the doctor) yes, please.

Doctor: Alrighty. (Walking pass the nurses and towards the door) Come on guys, let's give them so space. (Opened the door) Monica, he's all done.

From outside the room: Can I see my son now??

Doctor: (step aside and let Jon's parents in) he's waiting for you.

I turned my head over to the right, where the doctor was talking to some people from outside. He stood aside, and I saw mom and dad entering in the room. I can't describe how happy I felt the moment I saw them. It felt like I haven't seen them in a very long time.

Lois: (tears of joy rolling down her cheeks) honey?? (Ran towards Jon and sat on the bedside, gently wrapping her arms around him) ohh you're up!! (Stroking the back of his head) oh my God.. please don't ever, scare me like that again!

Me: Mom... (hugging back)

While I was hugging mom, I looked up and saw dad. His eyes were filled with tears and he had a smile on his face. He slowly came forward and joined in the hug.

Superman: Buddy! (Tears rolling out his eyes) I'll never make the same mistake again. We almost lost you..

Me: I'm okay now...

Lois: (released the hug and cupped Jon's face with her hands) I know you are. (Placed her forehead on Jon's) I'm so happy....
     Oh. (Let go of Jon's face and reacher into her bag) here, (pulled out Jon's hoodie) I brought your hoodie.

It felt good to see my hoodie. Mom took off the hospital gown that was only covering my body.. I still had my jeans on.. when the fabric ran over my stomach, I felt a sting. I looked down to my stomach.. and was shocked to see many stitching marks on it. One of them stood out above the rest because it was the biggest. I looked up to meet moms eyes. She too was looking at those marks on my stomach. She then met my eyes.

Lois: (cupped Jon's left cheek) don't worry about that honey. It'll heal. (Smiling) what matters is, is that you're ok.

Her words helped just a little. However, I'm still feeling a little upset because I now have a lot of scars on me. I wonder how my friends is gonna treat me, knowing I have this many ugly scars on me.
     Mom helped me in to my hoodie and got up. Then my dad came forward and lift me up in bridal style.

Superman: Let's go home buddy... (chuckled) don't want to be late for your surprise now do you.. (began walking out of the room)

Me: Surprise? What surprise?

Lois: You'll see. (Smiling)

We began walking out of the room, and now through the hallway.

The hallway looked awfully spacious and the ceilings were filled with orange lights. The doctor said Damian was out here, but there's no sign of him. Up ahead, stood a black woman with dark curly hair, tied up in a messy bun, smiling to us. Dad stopped in front of her.

Superman: Thank you, once again.

Lois: Yes, thank you for looking after him.

Monica: Your quite welcome. (Looking at Jon) and you Jonathan, take care of yourself okay. You still have a long life ahead of you. Enjoy it.. (Gently played with Jon's hair)

Me: Thank you, ma'am.. and I will.. (smiling)

Monica: Oh sugar, call me Monica. And remember, you'll always a friend here. (Blinked and chuckled)

Me: Nice meeting you, Monica. (Chuckling)