Lost Me Gained Regret

Edith glanced over before scooping up the baby and turning to Gregory, "The little one might catch a cold sleeping like this. I'm going to the room next door. Holler if you need anything." Gregory nodded, his expression somber.

Edith understood his turmoil but couldn't fathom why their journey seemed endlessly fraught with hardship.

And now, their unborn child was sharing in their misfortunes.

She hoped the peace charm she'd earnestly prayed for would keep them safe.

"Let me."

Herbert, trailing behind, had lost her at an intersection.

He'd tried to take a shortcut, not anticipating a blockage.

Arriving much later, he found Edith deftly avoiding his reach and entering the hospital room.

She laid Ike down, slipping off his shoes and jacket before tucking him in.

Settling beside him, she remained silent.

Herbert suggested, "You should rest with the kid. I'll wake you if anything comes up."

Edith maintained her silence.

...

room, she noticed Gregory's condition seemed off. He was leaning against the

could inspect closer, Gregory started to fall. She reached out, missing him, but Dailey caught him just in

"He's burning up."

arm over his shoulder, checking his temperature, "Fetch a

managed to get Gregory to a room,

causing the fever. We need to take this seriously. Start an IV to bring down the fever and fight the infection.

and the rain hadn't helped their

but the living must

"I understand."

the doctor stressed, "Call me immediately if his

Dailey nodded in acknowledgment.

emergency room. If Dr. Andrews is available, ask about Jane's

en

BUMS

her way back just as Dr. Andrews

now. Will

as I always say, if the patient

medical expertise

save them."

current state doesn't bode well for

you check on Gregory?

surprised; after such an ordeal, a fever was almost

...