Four or Dead by G O A

“T–two days?” I ask in soft disbelief.

“Yes, dear. You…suffered from a severe head injury. A gunshot wound that grazed your head almost fatally, and a concussion from collapsing and hitting your head on the edge of a desk.” She explained.

I closed my eyes and let out a shaky breath and whimpered softly reaching up and touching my eyelids softly.

“Will my eyes heal?” I asked.

“It may take some time and we can’t say how long the symptoms will last since it’s different for every individual.” She replied honestly.

I nod.

“When can she be released?” The second person asks.

I am too confused that I can’t place the voice. It sounds like someone I know but my head was too much of a mess.

and report possible abuse. They want to interview her guardian about this and may recommend

Please. They can’t ask questions. Please!” I begged. She placed her hand on top of mine and rubbed them

you are safe at home. We can’t send you back in this condition if there is someone who can

my pillow letting my tears fall. How had I messed up so much that now my whole world was falling apart? It was easy, shoot the gun and it would

her stay with me

lot of help.” The doctor explained to the man. Who is this

now and come check on you in a little while. Call the nurse if you need anything. Okay?” The

doctor.”

the room for a moment before the man

are you?”

recognize my voice, Emma?” He

but I don’t remember it,” I

it’s best that way. I don’t want to upset you.” The man

Did I