Jamie closed her eyes briefly, sinking further into despair. She didn't even notice when Ben had left the room. Her thoughts were scattered, her mind drifting in and out of focus.

Though she wanted to leave the hospital, she was constantly watched, making it impossible. By afternoon, a nurse came in to change her dressing.

Jamie glanced up absentmindedly. "It's fine. I don't need it."

"This is under Dr. Lawson's direct orders," the nurse replied gently but firmly. "I can't afford to cut corners. Since you're still admitted, please cooperate."

Jamie lifted her gaze slightly, her tone subdued. "I'd like to get some fresh air."

"Of course, once we're done changing your dressing, I can take you outside. Just make sure not to strain your muscles," the nurse said patiently.

The weather was exceptionally pleasant that day. As she sat in the wheelchair outside, Jamie made several calls to Winnie. The phone was still off, as if Winnie had made up her mind to disappear completely from her world. The thought sent a chilling wave through Jamie. Nearby, a group of nurses walked by, chatting.

hasn't Dr. Lawson

he took the day

around the patient

of the hospital. Miss him for a day, and it

Seeing a

banter drifted past Jamie, but something about their

disappear?" she asked

He mentioned needing to step out, but he hasn't come back yet. Maybe something came up. He hasn't taken a break in ages, so I'm sure he deserves it," the nurse replied while pushing Jamie toward a shaded spot under a large tree. Jamie scanned

a knock on the door pulled Ben

and is being temporarily held under close

with a cool acknowledgment. "Good

hesitated briefly. "About that

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