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.

...

seemed off. He was leaning

Gregory started to fall. She reached out, missing him, but Dailey caught him

"He's burning up."

shoulder,

to get Gregory

IV to bring down the fever and fight the infection. Let's not leave him alone tonight. A recurring fever could spell real trouble." Dailey was well aware

and the rain hadn't helped

must press on, not

"I understand."

leaving, the doctor stressed, "Call me immediately if

Dailey nodded in acknowledgment.

If Dr. Andrews is available, ask about Jane's condition and

en

BUMS

nodded, making her way back just as Dr. Andrews

briefed on Gregory's absence, replied, "She's stable for now. Will be moved to a room soon, and

if the patient can't find way to

medical expertise or

save them."

state doesn't bode well

you check on Gregory? He's running a high

wasn't surprised; after such an ordeal, a fever

...