Once they get the little boy in the ER, he’s taken straight back to stabilize his vital signs. Soon the doctor, a young woman who doesn’t look much older than Serena, comes in to evaluate Pony’s injury.
“Broken wrist, for sure. And he’s lost a lot of blood. You’ll need to sign permission for a transfusion. Okay?”
“Of course,” says Cody. “Anything the boy needs.”
Serena adds, “We’re trusting you, doctor.”
“Good,” says Dr. Rai. “The nurse will bring the papers. We’ll get going with setting his wrist as soon as he’s stabilized. You’re probably looking at an overnight stay, just to be safe.”
Pony’s parents look at each other. Serena can see the fear and guilt on Cody’s face. Impulsively, she takes his hand. He squeezes it tightly.
Just then Savannah comes in. Serena fills her in, and the
