Bianca felt her body go weak upon hearing the Doctor’s words, and Dave quickly pulled her into his arms to offer comfort.

“Bianc...”

Tears flowed down Bianca’s pale face, but her voice was surprisingly calm. Through her sobs, she managed to ask, “Doctor, can I see her now, please?”

Seeing her strength, the Doctor decided not to stop her and nodded gently.

With Dave’s support, Bianca got out of bed and followed the Doctor to the ICU. In a quiet room, she saw Madison.

Madison lay still, connected to several tubes; her eyes closed as if she were in a deep sleep.

If it weren’t for the steady beeping of...