C21 Twenty one

Alex's POV -

"Listen to me, Alex!" Caleb says firmly, his face hovering inches away from mine. I try to focus on his words but the ringing in my head won't stop. It's pounding through my ears, drowning out the noise around me, including Caleb's voice.

"I'm listening," I say gruffly, swallowing half the bottle of water. I pull my arm back and let the remaining part of the water pour over my face