Chapter 28

Elijah and Alessa said nothing as they made their way to the hospital. Alessa also had no idea what to say to the young man. Maybe he also wanted silence now while driving. Her attention was outside the window and she was just feeling it. She heard his phone ring and turned to Elijah when he answered.

“Yes, I am with her. We are just going somewhere. Yes, mom,” he said and ended the call. He looked at her. “Are you okay?”

She nodded. “Yes. What about you? Are you okay?”

Elijah took a deep breath. “Yes.”

She held her hand. “I’m only here if you need someone to talk to, huh?”

He smiled at her but sparingly. Elijah’s face showed his peace of mind now with her.

They arrived at St. Jude Hospital and immediately entered the emergency department. They asked the information desk which room Maegan was in. Even if he denied it, Elijah’s face showed concern.

“Sir, in room 103, third floor,” said the nurse they talked to.

“Thank you, Ms..”