"Quick, quick! Let him in! Mummy's burning up!" Bodi threw the door open, his face bright with hope as he waved the doctor inside.
The doctor walked in briskly with a bulky medical kit, dressed in a crisp suit and gold-rimmed glasses. Though unusually young, something about his presence felt instantly comforting.
He was their go-to physician at the Pierce estate, handling their regular check-ups and medical needs. Bodi knew him well.
But in his panicked state, the usually observant boy missed the odd timing - this same doctor had examined them just a week ago, when their check-ups were supposed to be monthly. Why would he return so soon?
Bodi didn't have time to question it. The moment the doctor entered, he clutched his sleeve and pulled him urgently to Ava's bedside.
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