Chapter 11
THE NEXT MORNING Tom had a quick cup of coffee, then allowed Henry to drive him to the hospital. He arrived in Noah’s room a few minutes in advance of the doctor, who asked Noah a few questions before thoroughly examining him.
“It looks like you’re good to go,” the doctor said. “I’ll set the paperwork in motion.”
“How long will that take?” Noah said.
“Less than an hour.”
“That long?”
“The wheels of large hospitals grid exceedingly slowly.”
“Can we still fly home Thursday morning?” Tom said.
“Subject to the caveats I gave you yesterday, certainly.”
“Can I take a shower?” Noah said.
“Certainly. Just be sure you keep the incisions clean and redress them, using plenty of antibacterial salve.”
“We’re staying in a town house,” Tom said. “There are a few steps from the sidew
