CHAPTER TWENTY NINE
She arrived at the hospital just after eight o’clock. She found Rose in much better spirits, watching television and snacking on cafeteria Jell-O. The smile she gave Avery when she walked in was bright and unexpected.
“Hey,” Rose said. “Back so soon? Did you close that case?”
Avery sat down in the visitor’s chair and shook her head. “No, not yet. I’m trying to sort things out right now.”
“Here?” Rose asked. “I’d think it would be easier to think and sort things out in a warm tub of water with a tall glass of wine.”
“That does sound nice,” Avery said. “How about you? How are you doing?”
“Good. The doctor checked in on me for the last time a few hours ago before clocking out for the day. He said everything looks good. They’re going to release me in the morning so lo
