With this, he immediately started walking toward Amelia's ward; it had been a long time since he had not seen her or talked to her. He didn't even know if she liked him or thought of him as a stupid doctor, but he wanted to see her anyway. He prayed silently while passing through the temple, and moved on further.
Oliver followed Ethan, not sure what to do. All he knew was; that this person was his only saviour. He could not imagine what would he have to explain and how would he even explain to Amelia's mother, the reason for her state. He was scared that Aunty would not spare him after she heard that he had broken up with her and she had done a stupid thing.
They both entered the hospital ward where she was and stood in silence. Oliver looked at the once beautiful face, which was now pale and lifeless. Ethan looked at her Sleeping Beauty, and sadly thought about her state. Ethan grabs the chart beside Amelia and goes through it, he feels disappointed knowing that there is no change in her condition.
'Dr. Ethan, Amelia's parents are here' A nurse in white approached and announced timidly.
'Okay. We will meet them first before they see Amelia. Lead them to my cabin Joy' Ethan said.
The nurse nodded and left immediately. Ethan shot a glance at Oliver, who was now pale from the news and motioned him to join. Oliver reluctantly followed Ethan.
Dr. Ethan and Oliver reached the cabin and waited for Amelia's parents to arrive. After five minutes they could hear the hurried tones, and they knew it was time. Oliver shifted in his chair, and Ethan could not help but shiver. It was like they had appeared for an exam without studying anything.
The door of Ethan's cabin flung open after a gentle tap and the nurse peeped inside. 'Sir, they're here' She said. 'Yes, send them in Joy.' Ethan motioned with his hands.
She disappeared behind the door and opened the door. Amelia's parents entered, and Ethan could almost immediately tell that she had the features of her mother. Her mother was a mess, but she still looked divine. She was a lady whom you would respect immediately. She had long, straight dark brown hair and smooth creamy skin. Her eyes wore a spark that could bring you to life. She looked like an angel, just like her Sleeping Beauty. Amelia's father was a smart-looking, handsome old gentleman. He wore an expression of understanding on his face, and he looked calm even after all the thunderstorms around them.
Ethan was shocked to see them. They were Emma Cater and Kyle Cater. One is a famous designer and the other is a famous business tycoon.
'My sleeping beauty is a daughter of the famous Carter family. No wonder Oliver was scared shitless. Anyone would be scared shitless if they were in his shoes.'
They both immediately got up from their chairs and Oliver ran towards her mother and hugged her tightly and started crying. Ethan was surprised at this. Just a moment ago, Oliver was scared to death to face Amelia's parents, and right now he looked so close to them. He looked like a child who would run to their parents after a mess. Amelia's father also hugged them both, and patted Oliver gently, motioning him to calm down.
As if realizing where they were, Oliver immediately broke the hug and wiped his tears. 'Sorry, I got all emotional. Doc, these are Amelia's parents; her mom Mrs Emma, and her dad Mr Kyle. Aunty works for an NGO and also runs a business in Interior design. Uncle is a famous business tycoon. And guys, this is Dr. Ethan. He is treating Amelia and he is the one who got her here' Oliver sounded like a kid from nursery introducing friends to parents!
Ethan immediately walked to them and shook hands with both of them. Uncle smiled, but Aunty was already in huge despair to even talk further. 'Oliver, Doctor, where is my daughter? The nurse said you wanted to meet us first before we see her. Please tell me, is she fine or not? Is she going to say.. ?' Amelia's mom could not complete the sentence.
'Please Aunty, take a seat. Everything is fine with Amelia. She is stable right now and is showing improvement every day. The reason I called you here is because you are the only hope that we have to bring her back to consciousness. Oliver told me that she is very close to you, and after she hears your voice and your urge to get well, she can react and get well soon. I didn't want you to go in straight there without preparing for this, because this is the only chance that we have. Uncle, Aunty, Amelia is going to be alright. She is a survivor, and nothing can stop her.' Ethan held Emma's hands and said all in a go. He felt quite relieved after this.
'Guys, the doc doesn't want to take any chances on this. You have to be strong and let Amelia know how desperately we all are waiting for her to be alright. We have a plan, and it will work. We need your help' Oliver joined in.
Mr Kyle, who stood quiet all this time, now spoke. 'Definitely Oliver, we too want her to come back to life. We will do everything in our power to take her out of the hospital and back home. What do you want us to do?'
Ethan let out a breath of relief. His face lit up and he smiled. 'Okay, so studies have shown that if a person is in Coma, you can give them some type of hope to get up and get out of it. Anything of that sort, more like a shock can help the person recover. We are looking for you to do the same. Amelia loves her mother more than anything, and she is the only hope that we have to help her. Aunty, you would need to go and talk to her, urging her to try a bit harder, and if this works, then good, if not we have to approach this problem in another way.'
"But what is bothering me is how in the world did she get in this condition?" Mr. Kyle said, looking at Oliver, who went pale.