‘Nina’s heart rate has returned to normal and her cortisol levels are dropping,’ she said. ‘She will be okay for a while.’
Amidst the collective gasp of relief, Doctor Sanchez looked at Ophelia, as though only just noticing her presence.
‘Did you escort Nina back from London?’ she asked.
Ophelia nodded.
‘I need you to tell me everything you know,’ she said.
‘Yes, of course, but it’s a long story, and it’s not very pleasant,’ Ophelia replied.
‘I want to hear this, it,’ said Antonio. ‘Let me put Nina to bed first.’
When Antonio lifted the young woman, Ophelia could see the tenderness in his face. And as he carried her down the hallway, Madre and Pare followed like two lost sheep.
‘Please let me check,’ said Doctor Sanchez, touching Brigida’s throat and neck. ‘Now, say something,’ sh
