Chapter 101: 'It's unhealthy to be single at nineteen.'

ROSE

“It’s just a bruise. I’ll get you a neck brace. Don’t strain your neck too much and the bruises will go away in a day or two.” The doctor closed his bag.

“Are you sure?” Rum pointed at my neck. “One of her vessels ruptured!”

And the doctor cast him a deadpan look. “You’re welcome to get a second opinion. All her vessels are intact. Her throat looks fine—.”

“But you didn’t even use those machines to scan her throat!”

“Look here, buddy. You need to start extending your trust beyond machines. I've done a thorough check on her: her throat isn’t swollen; her voice is weak but solid; she can talk without any sign of pain or discomfort. So her neck is well."

Just as Rum opened his mouth to rebut, the doctor swiftly added, "Except for the bruises, of course. So a neck brace is my prescription.”

The doctor maintained his frown at the displeased superstar. “Regardless of what you think, your assistant is in no life threatening danger.”

With that, the older man disappeared behi