His head was pounding and he felt like someone had been dancing on his chest. Was this what waking up felt like? He coughed a couple of times and started to slowly open his eyes.
"Steven?" Someone was standing over him. He recognized the voice but couldn't quite place it. Where was Dr. Banner?
Steven blinked a few more times to clear his vision, looking at the man by his bed. Dr. Emerson. He'd still have to get used to seeing a man. He then turned and saw Lillian. She was crying and kissing his hand and he smiled a little.
"Lil?" It came out a hoarse whisper, almost inaudible.
"Don't try to talk." Cal said as he started to check Steve's vitals. "Lillian, I need you to get him a glass of water, okay?"