Cam? When the Time Comes, I'll Gladly Turn It On

1.

The birds chirping outside made my eyes open on their own. A dull ache throbbed behind them.

“Ugh….”

I reached over and picked up my phone from the dresser. I tapped the screen twice, and it lit up, displaying the time.

“11:39….”

I thought I’d gotten plenty of sleep, but instead of feeling refreshed, my body felt completely drained. I forced myself out of bed and headed for the kitchen.

Gulp, gulp—

After taking a sip of water, I grabbed a nearby chair and plopped down.

“……What’s wrong with me?”

I rolled my arms, legs, and shoulders around. Every joint felt stiff, as if something were caught in it. My head felt heavy, and my skin was more sensitive than usual...