Chapter Fifty Nine ~ You need a break

Emily

I turn to Liam, grateful for his defense. "Thank you," I say quietly.

He nods, his eyes reflecting a mixture of concern and frustration. "Focus on what needs to be done. I'll handle the rest."

As the door closes, I take a deep breath and proceed with the tests hoping to find the answers that I seek. Hopefully, I will be able to diagnose her sooner than later.

I look at Theo, "Theo, I need your consent to remove her from the machine so that we can begin the treatment. It's the best chance she has."

He nods, "Do whatever it takes, Dr. Harper. We trust you. I’m so sorry about my sister I will ask her to apologize"

“That won’t be necessary.”

I move slowly and carefully, disconnecting the machine and carefully monitoring her vital signs. With Liam’s help, we shift her to a more comfortable position. I begin the initial treatment, administering medications that will hopefully help reduce the effects of the chemicals and provide some relief to her weakened body.

Theo’s phone ri