| Chapter Five |
“Nikki, your appendix has ruptured. If we don’t operate now, you may not make it through the night.” JC looked at Nikki, who was staring at the doctor like he had just told her the grass was purple. “Well, what… you mean today?” she asked. He nodded, “Yes. I’ll give you a few minutes to discuss this, then I’ll come back.” He stood and left the room. “Nikki…” JC whispered, “You’re gonna pull through this. I know it.” “Yeah. Um, JC? Are you scared?” He looked at her pale face, “No, no. Are you?” She nodded, “Yeah. JC?” “Nikki?” “Will you make me unscared?” She looked at him and his heart broke. “JC I don’t wanna die.” “Nik, you won’t. You’re gonna have this operation, and you’re gonna get all better.” He grabbed her hands in his, “I promise.” “Nikki?” The doctor said, “I booked the OR, are you ready?” Nikki looked at JC one last time, “Yeah. Bye JC, I love you.” He released her hands, “I love you too.” He whispered as she walked out the door. ~~~~~~~ “Doctor, you better take a look at this.” “Yes? Oh, good Lord!” He grabbed the paddles as his patient went into v-fib. As they continued to work, the feeling began to sink in. The feeling that this one wouldn’t make it. “Time of death; 14:26.” |