Female Novel
Chapter 717
“She’s alive,” Kevin said.
Upon hearing those two words, Bradley and Xara both let out relieved sighs.
“But it’s not much different from being dead.”
Bradley snarled. “Kevin Slade!”
Massaging his nose bridge, Kevin replied hoarsely, “Bradley, getting angry won’t help. Thanks to you,Esther’s immune system is nearly destroyed, and her condition is dire. Prepare yourself for what’s tocome.”
Puzzled, Xara asked, “Isn’t Dr. Foster her doctor? Can’t she do something?”
“Dr. Sadler, do you know how many things Esther has had since leaving prison? Bone marrowdonation, abortion, liver donation, and now a head injury. I don’t know what she endured during thistime, but she has many wounds and scars.
“These untreated injuries have led to infections, and she’s now dealing with gastritis and nephritis.Thankfully, her immune system hasn’t completely collapsed yet. It’s all in God’s hands.”
Bradley slowly released his grip on Kevin. “You mentioned she has gastritis?”
Kevin replied, “Do you know what she went through in prison? Did you ensure she had proper nutritionwhen you took her away?
“How did she sustain those injuries? You know the answer. Did you consider the risk of infection aftershe was hurt? Have you thought about the toll your violence took on her?
“Luckily, Felix isn’t here. If he knew how you treated Esther, how do you think he’d react?
“If you want Esther to die, then carry on with your violence! Just don’t expect us to save her in thefuture. We won’t be able to!”
Xara wiped tears from her eyes’ corners and asked, “Dr. Slade, can I visit her?”
“You can’t. She’s in the ICU. Can she wake up? When will she wake up? It’s all uncertain,” Kevin saidhelplessly. “If you truly care for her, look after Felix for her.”
“Okay,” Xara said, sitting down in silence.
Bradley stood alone, engulfed in desolation.
Kevin gave him a long, wordless look.
Esther was admitted to the ICU, and Agatha stayed by her side while Xara and Steffan took care of thechildren.
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The next morning, the storm had subsided, revealing the sun and a beautiful rainbow.
Agatha tenderly stroked Esther’s hair and said, “Esther, the rainbow comes after the storm. Look,today’s rainbow is exceptionally beautiful.”
Esther still didn’t wake up.novelbin
“You’re only halfway through your medical training; don’t give up now.
“Esther, I’m waiting for you.
“Felix is waiting for you too.”
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Esther remained in the ICU for three days. Despite Agatha’s continuous care, there was no sign of herawakening.
Kevin wanted to suggest several times that it might be good to let Felix or Bradley visit, but he couldn’tbring himself to say it.
Agatha looked at Esther and hesitated. “Kevin, go bring Felix in to talk to his mom.”
“Bradley has been wanting to see Esther,” Kevin mentioned.
Agatha snickered. “Let him see her then. He should witness the consequences of his actions.”
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After leaving the ICU, Kevin told Bradley and Felix, “Dr. Foster has agreed to let both of you seeEsther.”
“Really?” Felix asked excitedly.
“Yes, really.”
When Bradley and Felix entered the ICU, Agatha stroked Felix’s face and reminded him, “Felix, protectyour mom.”
“I will, Grandma Foster.”
Esther had various tubes going in and out of her. When Felix saw her in her current state, tearsinstantly welled up in his eyes.
“Mommy! Don’t die!” Felix rushed over and tightly held Esther’s hand.
Bradley stood at the foot of the bed and looked at Esther’s lifeless face, clutching his own heart.