Enough Waiting

“That’s…” I murmured, unsure of what to say.

“And if you don’t rest enough, you could get sick. If you do, I’ll ban you from continuing your medical training until you get better…or indefinitely…” Ren said sternly.

“You can’t do that!” I exclaimed in shock.

“Yes, I can…and I will,” Ren replied as he frowned at me.

“But…so many people need help at the hospital. I need to take care of the patients…” I protested passionately.

“What about me? Who’s going to take care of me?” Ren asked and I could tell that he was getting impatient and a little angry.

“But…you’re not sick…” I whispered softly.

“I’ve been away for a week. Is this how you treat your man when he’s back?” Ren asked, incredulously.

“I…” I muttered but I didn’t have a good comeback to that.