Chapter 180

Demetri’s POV

It doesn’t take long for the X-rays to be completed and to get Cole comfortably dressed again. Although he’s still quite nervous, it seems like the aftereffects of the protective shock he went into have worn off, and he’s functioning relatively close to an adult.

I’ve invited him to my office. I want him to see himself in action, and I’m curious as well. With Cole being the last patient in the wing and still an hour before dinner is ready, I encouraged Jessa to come along to my office and to have dinner with us tonight. My hope is that the more I have them together, the more Cole will want this different life, one that is filled with love, understanding, and support.

I turn into my office, turning on the lights as I step out of my shoes. Jessa follows after me with Cole close behind.