Classic Novel
Chapter 111
111 Get Out Of My Life
(Winona)
Sheila comes into the living room where I'm sitting alone. My head is so full I can't even function.
"Jayden texted me. The ambulance isn't quite there, but Abby is still holding on. Doctor Green is waiting, ready."
"Oh, thank God!" Tears are coming from somewhere; I didn't think I had any left. "She's still alive."
"Jayden was very adamant about you knowing that the doctor said the actions you took are the reasons. Abby is still alive now. Jayden said to thank you."
My whole body is shaking. What's the point of him being nice about that? He still believes the worst of me. He broke my heart into a million pieces again that day in the jail cell. I just can't see a way back from that. Anne comes in with a fruit and cheese platter.
"Abby is with the doctor now. She made it to the hospital. Jayden is with her."
"She's a fighter, Winona. You know that. Now you need to keep up your strength, so eat a little something." Anne says as she pops the platter on the side table. "Help yourself, Sheila. It could be a long night." I glance at the food and my stomach churns. Ew. I can't eat.
Sheila loads up a small plate and holds it out to me. I shake my head.
"You need to eat. You're already thin as a reed. The last thing Abby needs is you collapsing."
I shrug. "If I'm in the hospital too, I might
to see her"
"Winona Nolan," Sheila says in a stern voice. "Collapsing from hunger after refusing to eat will not be a positive indication for a healthy mental state. That alone could revoke Abby being here with you." I look at her.
"If you are able to go and see her, you need to show you are strong and capable of staying that way for her."
"But I can't go and see her."
"I've let your lawyer know. He's putting in a special request to the judge to allow you to visit under supervision."From NôvelDrama.Org.
I sit up straight, "Do you think she will grant that?"
"Under the circumstances of Abby's health being improved since being here, I think so."
"But she's in hospital now. Her health has deteriorated"
All we need is the doctor to say Abby's current condition isn't because of the care she received at home. Once he has a reason, then we should be able to proceed with a visit."
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"Do I have to wear those shackles?"
"You will need to be handcuffed and I can't let you out of my sight. Not even in the bathroom stall."
I breathe in. A glimmer of hope. I take the plate from Sheila and begin to nibble at the food. I'm not letting Abby down now.
Just as I manage to take a few bites, my phone buzzes. It's Phillip.
"Winona, Abby is with Dr. Green now," he says, his voice strained. "Jayden hit me, but all is okay. Gus showed up and calmed things down."
"What? Jayden hit you?" Anger flares up inside me. "Why can't he just stay out of this? This isn't about him!"
Phillip sighs. "Look, it wasn't all his fault. I might have provoked him a bit. Things got heated."
I feel a wave of exhaustion wash over me. "I just want him out of our lives, Phillip. I can't deal with his drama anymore."
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"I know, Winona," Phillip says softly. "But right now, we need to focus on Abby. Dr. Green is doing a exam on her. We'll know more about what's next soon
I swallow hard, trying to keep my composure. "I don't care about anything else right now. Just keep me updated on Abby."
"Of course," Phillip says. "I'll call you as soon as I know anything. Just hang in there."
"Sheila says I might be able to see her if supervised. I have to wait on the doctor's report to the judge."
"That's great news. Let me know if you hear anymore on that."
"Thanks Phillip. I will."
After I hang up, I sit there for a moment, staring at the phone. My thoughts are a jumble of anger, fear, and frustration. I just want to be with Abby, to hold her hand and tell her everything will be okay. But instead, I'm stuck here, waiting and worrying. And Jayden is out there acting like a prize fighter. "Everything okay?" Sheila asks, her eyes filled with concern.
"No! Nothing is okay," I snap, then immediately regret it. I'm sorry. It's just... Jayden hit Phillip. Gus had to step in. It's just too much."
Sheila places a reassuring hand on my shoulder. "I know it's hard. But men are useless with emotions. It'll be okay.*
I nod, taking a deep breath. "I'm trying. It's just...why does Jayden have to make everything so complicated?"
"Because he's scared as well," Sheila says gently. "Everyone's emotions are running high."
"You're right," I admit, feeling a bit calmer. "Thank you, Sheila."
"Anytime," she replies with a small smile. "Now, let's get through this night. Abby is in good hands with Dr. Green. We just need to wait for the update."
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nod again, taking another bite of the fruit. As much as I hate waiting, it's all I can do right now. Abby is strong, and so am I. We'll get through this, one way or another. Finally, after thirty minutes, my phone buzzes again. It's Phillip.
Dr. Green says she's stable for the moment. A blood clot partially blocked her heart valve. He's going to sort that out now. He thinks she'll be okay." "Thank you, Phillip," I whisper, relief flooding through me. "Thank you for being there with her."
"Always, Winona," he says softly. "We're a family."
hang up, feeling a bit more at ease.
Anne and Sheila both have their eyes locked on me.
"She's okay. A clot apparently. They are going to deal with that now."
As I sit back, trying to steady my breathing, Anne comes over and sits beside me. "Winona, you're doing great. Just keep holding on. Abby's a fighter, and so are you."
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I nod, grateful for her support. "I just wish every day didn't have to be a shit fight."
"I know," Anne says gently.
I honestly wish I'd just married Phillip and never come back here.