Whispers Turn to Whimpers: Could He Ever Change?

"Seriously...?" Rebecca was on edge, the thought of Francis insisting on accompanying her to the ER was nerve-racking. How could she possibly agree?

"You don't trust me?"

It was as if Francis had read her mind. "How about this? Once we're at the hospital, I'll have Sherilyn come and stay with you. You trust her, don't you?"

And just like that, the decision was made, leaving no room for Rebecca to protest.

Rebecca sighed softly, leaning against the car window. It seemed there was no other option. Mr. Francis meant well, and her continued objections would only make her seem ungrateful.

"Rebecca."

Sherilyn had received a heads-up and was already waiting at the ER when they arrived.

"Sherilyn." Rebecca managed a weak smile, though it was more of a grimace.

Seeing Rebecca's condition made Sherilyn's heart sink. She wanted to ask how Rebecca ended up like this, but the priority was getting her injuries checked.

"Come on, Rebecca. Let's have the doctor take a look."

"Okay."

Most of Rebecca's injuries were bruises and soft tissue damage, but her eye had taken a serious hit.

damage the eyeball... You were almost blinded," the doctor said bluntly, accustomed to seeing all sorts of injuries in the ER. Without hesitation, the doctor asked, "Was it a man

face turned

knew he had

guy! There are plenty of good men out there. Heck,

he prescribed her medication, he added,

you, doctor,"

and Sawyer were waiting. Sawyer took the prescription

"I'll handle this."

"Thanks."

expected Francis

"Thanks

it from here.

so he

"Will do."

his gaze softening as he looked

up," he said

was momentarily stunned by his kindness. "I will,

a thin line, feeling undeserving of her gratitude. After all, there

ret

a bit guilty for the inconvenience, Rebecca

a light scolding. "Haven't I