Chapter 36

I’m completely bored and almost asleep when Bernie finally comes in.

"Where's Derek? He said that he was going to be here."

"He must have forgotten that he had some errands to run."

"Well, we are ready to work on your rehabilitation. Derek was going to be your support. If he doesn't make it back in time, I can always have one of the nurses help you."

"When am I going?"

"In about thirty minutes. Do you think that he'll be back?"

"I'm not sure." I answer, feeling a little guilty. I am almost positive that he left to check his feelings.

"Okay, I need to check your vitals before you can go. I will recheck them afterwards."