“We responded immediately after receiving a call from a man. It seems he’s an acquaintance of yours.”
Stella’s thoughts went to Flossie’s boyfriend as the Likely informant.
She requested, “Could you take us to my friend’s hospital? I need to see her, to ensure she’s alright.”
Flossie was admitted to the hospital, and following her time in the emergency room, she was transferred to the VIP ward.
Edmund remained at her bedside, his concern for her barely concealed as he watched over Flossie, who lay motionless.
Memories of the moments before Flossie lost consciousness haunted him.
He watched her intently, worried she might feel lost upon waking.
The doctor entered with a medical report in hand. “The patient is pregnant…”
Edmund cut him off. “What did you just say?”
Rising abruptly, he fixed the doctor with an intense, demanding gaze.
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“The patient is pregnant,” the doctor repeated, a bit more cautiously.
“However, there are early signs of miscarriage, compounded by her exposure to cold. She needs complete rest and should primarily stay in bed, avoiding any unnecessary movement.”
Edmund was silent, the news rendering him momentarily immobile.
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“If there are no further questions, I’ll take my leave,” the doctor concluded.
Regaining his composure, Edmund murmured, “Understood.”
Once the doctor had departed, Edmund lingered in silent contemplation, gazing at Flossie with a mix of emotions swirling within him, feeling as though his heart was clenched tight.
Eventually, he stepped outside to the smoking area for a cigarette.
No sooner had Edmund left than Benny rushed into the room. Spotting Flossie unconscious in the bed, he moved to approach her, determined to prevent another heartache similar to past losses in his life.
Yet, before he could reach her side, someone grabbed his shoulder from behind, pulling him back and out of the ward.
Caught off guard and before he could identify his assailant, Benny was punched in the face.
He staggered, catching himself against the wall before managing to steady his stance.
Looking up, his frown deepened at the sight of Edmund’s stern expression. “Why did you hit me?”
Edmund’s gaze was icy as he scrutinized Benny’s disheveled appearance.
“Because you’ve earned it. You let Flossie endure the cold and snow.