Chapter 38

Isabella: what time did Nicolas leave?

Lorenzo: about 6 o'clock so he will not miss the class at college, but he said that he's coming in the afternoon during visiting hours

Isabella: oh yes

Lorenzo: he's a good kid, he didn't sleep a wink looking at you

Marcele: there she is

Nurse: good morning! She approached and put the thermometer under my armpit, 41 degrees; it's a little high. I'll ask the doctor who's on duty to take a look at you, she said and then left

Lorenzo: thank you!

A few minutes later, we finished breakfast; the doctor entered the room accompanied by a nurse.

Doctor: good morning Isabella, is it just the fever?

Isabella: I have a slight stomachache, but it's bearable; I'm also feeling pretty tired like I've been toiling all day long, oh and my left leg hurts a lot

Doctor: can you show me where it hurts?

I lifted the sheet and unveiled the dress a little; the cut region was swollen and reddened.