When Erin got home that evening, she found that Brett hadn't returned.
She made dinner, and just as she set the table, Jimmy appeared from Brett's room as if he'd smelled the food.
Jimmy expertly picked up a knife and fork, chatting with Erin as he ate. "Brett went back to Rio City. I'm going to crash here for a few more days. I can't stand being around my mom; she nags me about not being married yet."
Jimmy kept rambling, but Erin tuned him out until he said, "Erin, my dad's in your hands."
Erin knew he was referring to the kidney transplant surgery, and her expression turned serious. "I know, I'll do my best."
The day of the surgery arrived, and the procedure lasted six hours, concluding successfully.
As Erin stepped out of the operating room, she spotted Brett in the crowd. He was
