Echoes of Hope

"I too want to see her smile", Ethan thought sadly.

"Well, it can't make her smile, but it can help her come out of her coma state," Ethan said to her.

"Really?" Oliver asked and Ethan nodded his head.

'Yes, we have seen cases where a shock can make the patient in a coma come back to life, so there is a possibility this may work in her case. As she is quite attached to you, this may get her nerves to react and this can help her get well.' Ethan said hiding the fact that is something goes wrong then it can also put the patient's life in danger.

'Then I will do it. I will face her and talk to her, tell her what I feel and what I have felt all these years. I will make her cry, but this will cure her. I will talk to her doctor. But, let her meet uncle and aunty first. I think they deserve to be with her the most. Once they have seen her, I will talk to her' Oliver finally said, gathering all the courage he had, this surely will take a huge amount of it. He knew that.

'Sure, Oliver. But first, let's get you some sleep. You've not slept since you've come here neither have you taken any rest. If you want to talk to her, you do need some rest' Ethan said, with a tone of slight humor in his voice to lighten up the tense situation.

'Haha! Doc, you're right. But, have you taken a look at yourself? You look like a zombie. I bet you haven't slept properly since Amelia came in here. This is quite a long time now. So, you too need to take some rest, or her parents will kill you on their way to meet their daughter!' Oliver said, with a low chuckle.

'I can't agree more, but I can't get myself to sleep when I try. All I could see was her face in front of me and I knew almost nothing about her, which was a mystery my mind could not cope with. I think I will be able to finally sleep peacefully today!' Ethan agreed.

They both got up from the chairs and walked towards the door. Amelia's parents would be reaching anytime soon, and there was going to be havoc after they arrived. Both were thinking how to handle them, in their own different ways, as both were answerable to them. One is her doctor. Another, her lifelong friend and now her boyfriend in their eyes, who had her responsibility while they were away.

Oliver turned to face Ethan, and Ethan could see the moisture in his eyes. 'Thank you for everything doc' Ethan said, with a lump in his throat.

Ethan swallowed and just smiled. Words didn't seem of much importance at that time; a simple smile did say all that he meant. He decided to go and see Amelia before going home to get some sleep. He talked with Amelia for some time, telling her about his day and other things that happened in the hospital while she was sleeping peacefully. Then he checked her chart one last time before calling it a day and going home to get some sleep.

After a good peaceful sleep and something nutritious to eat, Dr Ethan was finally feeling like he was alive again. He had lost the track of number of days when he had not seen himself in the mirror properly, let alone style his hair. He took a quick bath drove his Audi A5 and zoomed past the roads and buildings.

Yes, he is the son of a rich father, and his father made sure he got all the luxuries of life. He would not mind showing it off to the world, but today he took his Audi because he wanted to be near his Sleeping Beauty, and every single minute he was away from her, his heart worried for her.

He was driving when suddenly his iPhone buzzed indicating a text message. He usually does not mix texting with driving, but today was different. He had someone precious at the hospital. His heart skipped a beat, with the fear of the unknown. He quickly snatched his phone, parked sideways, and unlocked the screen.

Hi Doctor. Oliver Here. Got a call from Aunty. They will be here in the next 30 minutes. Please come soon. I need your support.

Ethan took a deep breath of relief locked the phone and threw it gently on the side seat. He had not yet let any girl sit on the front side seat of his car, he had reserved it for the special someone. The thought made him smile and he instantly thought about Amelia.

He sped up because he wanted to see his Sleeping Beauty before her parents arrived. He also wanted to meet Oliver and talk to him. Ethan knew Oliver had turned quite close to him in a very short time, so he felt the need to support him. He was still in a dilemma on how to tackle this situation, as he knew Oliver would talk to Amelia about their break up, and then, once she woke up, he could go and talk to her. But he knew if she really loved Oliver so much; as Oliver had defined, it would be really difficult for him to get her. But he wanted her in his life, and he wanted it badly.

It was not long before Ethan reached the hospital and parked his car. The big illuminated sign read 'Lifeline Hospital'. He loved this workplace, it was where every day a story was made and people prayed. It was not only a workplace for him; it was a place to be worshipped.

It was not long before Ethan reached the hospital and parked his car. The big illuminated sign read 'Lifeline Hospital'. He loved this workplace, it was where every day a story was made and people prayed. It was not only a workplace for him; it was a place to be worshipped.

He hurried to the main gate. He saw Oliver half walking half running in his direction. He stopped in his tracks, as Oliver approached. If he was good-looking before, now he looked handsome. He was wearing a black leather jacket, which complimented his fair color. His hair looked less tousled and more presentable. The innocent look on his face made Ethan think, why a girl won't love him. He looked no less than a Greek God himself. A smile crossed his face when he saw Oliver smile at him too.

'Doc, did you get my text?' Oliver immediately spoke, not even bothering to shake hands.

'Haha! Yes, I did. And I am here to support you. But, why are you so worried?' Ethan mocked him jokingly.

'I am not worried. I am scared to death. Aunty is coming, and you don't know how much she loves Amelia. If she sees her in this state, I can bet that someone will die today.'

'Hmmm! This sounds scary. But, we will have to talk to her first, before she meets Amelia. We need to tell her the impact she can create on Amelia . She is our only chance of her recovery now. I don't want to take any chances' Ethan said; his tone business-like, all humor gone.