A Reborn Bride Pearl Emerging from Dust by Sally Garcia

"I really don't know what else we can do for Mr. Howell," The doctor admitted, casting a hopeful glance at Calliope. "You're the Miracle Doctor, after all. I've heard you've treated all sorts of rare conditions, even the really tough cases. Do you have any ideas, or suggestions for us?"

Calliope poured over the test results, flipping through the pages and scrolling through digital scans, her mind racing. One idea after another was dismissed as unworkable.

After a long, tense silence, she shook her head at the doctor. "Honestly, I haven't thought of anything that could work-at least, not yet."

"If we try herbal therapy, I'm worried it won't act quickly enough. The disease is progressing too fast, and natural remedies usually take time to kick in."

"And as for acupuncture, well, maybe it could help a little, but it's not going to be a game changer."

The more she tried to brainstorm, the heavier her expression grew. She was stuck.

Almost unconsciously, she glanced over at Hudson.

But Hudson, for his part, seemed surprisingly calm. He'd already come to terms with the situation, at least on the surface.

not upset. Honestly, I'm just grateful I've made it this far. If it weren't for

this isn't your fault. Don't beat yourself up just because you can't pull off a miracle

I'd be the one to take care of Lance for the rest of

he'd kept his feelings hidden all those years. When Lance finally told him he felt the same, Hudson had been floored-happier than he'd ever been. Their

came, and everything changed. After that, Hudson tried

thinking maybe Lance

stubborn and wouldn't

turned back to

matters. I just need you to keep an eye on Lance when I'm gone. Try to make sure he doesn't get too hung up on me alright? Maybe our story just wasn't meant

later!" Calliope snapped, jaw clenched. "I'm not giving up on you, Hudson. I

just a quick favor for a friend. She never imagined Hudson's

could walk away. She had to help him, even if