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.

...

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

closer, Gregory started to fall. She reached out,

"He's burning up."

over his shoulder, checking his

to get Gregory to a room,

wound's causing the fever. We need to take this seriously. Start an IV to bring down the fever and fight the infection. Let's not leave him alone tonight.

the rain

got it, but the living must press on, not neglect

"I understand."

the doctor stressed, "Call me

Dailey nodded in acknowledgment.

he said, "Head back to the emergency room. If Dr. Andrews is available, ask

en

BUMS

back just as Dr. Andrews appeared.

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

if the patient can't find

expertise or

save them."

state doesn't bode well

check on Gregory? He's running

wasn't surprised; after such an ordeal,

...