After a lengthy discussion, Hazel finally decided to see James as Mr. Alexander had requested, accompanied by Bianca, who did not want Hazel to meet someone from her past alone.

Hazel asked Bianca not to tell Eric about their trip to see James. But Bianca was asked to let Eric know that Hazel was with her so that he wouldn't worry.

Instead of going to James's house, Mr. Alexander took them to the hospital.

“This is his room,” said Mr. Alexander, pointing to the window.

Hazel and Bianca peeked in when they heard loud moans coming from the hospital room and saw two nurses trying to calm James, who seemed...