"Unfortunately, alive"

The cat returned home, in the middle of the night.
Coach took him to the vet this morning.
After texting Coach, asking for an update...
Coach responded with a text that read:
"Unfortunately, alive"

I hope that didn't choke you all up too much. He is a very sensitive man, my husband.

Final diagnosis:
Rigby was in a cat fight, several days ago.
He has an infected bite, no other injuries or cooties from the storm drain.
Prescription:
Antibiotics and a swift kick, any time he moves towards our door.