The hospital office A notary stamps, a camera phone records, counsel reads out the clauses in a steady voice Andrew signs where he should. Natalie initials where she chooses. Caroline watches every line Ethan stands by the door.
“Be the right thing when no one hears it."
Natalie glances at Caroline. “Medical advocate?"
Caroline nods. “I'll sit with the chart and the team. You decide your part."
“Not today," Natalie says. “I need a full clearance and another surgeon. Tomorrow at the earliest."
Andrew nods “I'll tell them."
Caroline squeezes Natalie's shoulder and slips out with the nurse. Ethan steps aside to give Andrew a path to the door. Andrew stops at the threshold.
“Natalie," he says. “Whatever happens, I won't make speeches with your name in them."
“Good." She waits until he
