THINGS THAT GO BUMP IN THE NIGHT
I left Franny at The Joint. He had friends meeting up with him. For a man who doesn’t have a ride, he is quite a resourceful fellow.
I take the elevator to my apartment. I check the time, eight p.m. sharp. That means Jeff’s at the hospital and I have a little time to myself. I’m dreading our next talk, but there’s no way around it. Boundaries must be set. Starting with me seeing Dr. Rice. I can’t go back to her. Jeff will have to accept my decision, regardless of how angry he gets. I’ll go see another doctor, any doctor … but not her.
I step off the elevator and almost collide with Ethan. He must be leaving.
“Hey, sleeping beauty! I haven’t seen you since you were released from the hospital. You look great!” He drops that lopsided grin that will melt an
