NEW LIFE HOSPITAL
Laura sat in the hospital waiting room, her head buried in her hands, tears streaming down her face.
Her colleague, Emma, was in surgery. And the guilt was killing her inside.
The door to the waiting room opened, and Miguel rushed in, scanning the room until his eyes landed on her.
“Laura!” he called, his voice filled with concern as he approached. “I came as soon as I could.”
Laura looked up, her tear-filled eyes meeting his. In an instant, she stood and threw herself into his arms, sobbing harder as her body shivered.
Miguel wrapped his arms around her, his grip was gentle. “Hey, calm down. It’s okay,” he whispered softly. “Let’s sit down.” He led her back to the chair, guiding her carefully as though she might break at any moment.
They sat side by side. Miguel
