Ten

Nathaniel felt a gentle touch on his hand waking him, he saw Matron Gibbs as she whispered softly, "See if she will stay on the bed."

Nathaniel slid her down n the bed and then pulled the covers as Matron Gibbs spread a blanket over her. He took his blanket that he had covered her with and then said, "Will you tell Matron Wilson when it's half seven to give me a buzz. I will be in my office, and also let her know that Lin have to get some test today and will be discharged on Saturday."

Nathaniel noticed Matron Gibbs' concern and said, "I know, but don't worry, something should turn up soon."

***

IN his office he lied down on the couch and recapped the morning's incident, 'It felt so good holding her in my arms once again, but this is so different.'

He closed his eyes and said, "Just an hour rest is like magic to the body, it will rejuvenate me with the extra energy to endure for the remaining part of my shift."