“You’re late, doc.”
“I know Naunet,” Ella replied, flashing her favorite nurse a smile across the hallway. Few steps from both women brought them standing in front of Ella’s office, she rubbed her temple, “I was feeling a little bit unstable this morning.”
“I’m sorry about that, doc, no wonder you look pale. Why not take a day off?” Naunet suggested.
Ella thought about it. A day off would mean going back to her apartment and sobbing her eyes out just like she had done this morning. Also, Chione had informed her two days ago that she would be traveling to Damietta very early today to visit a relative, so either way, a day off spelt boredom. No! That was the last thing she wanted. She had vowed while dressing for work, to be strong for herself, and that was exactly how she would be; stro
