Chapter 8 - The Hospital Monitors Track Mara’s Fading Vital Signs
Back at the hospital ICU, the rhythmic beep of the cardiac monitor filled the dim, quiet room.
Mara lay motionless against the crisp white pillows, her face pale and devoid of the vibrant life she used to possess.
Ethan sat in the chair beside her bed, holding her cold, limp hand between both of his palms.
“You have to wake up, Mara,” Ethan whispered into the quiet darkness of the hospital ward.
“I found the sketchbook, I found the bills, and I finally understand how much you were carrying.”
The heart monitor suddenly accelerated, its sharp beeping increasing in frequency as a nurse rushed into the room.
“Mr. Carter, you need to step outside right now while we check her vitals,” the nurse instructed urgently.
Ethan was pushed back into the hallway, his heart pounding wildly against his ribs as medical staff swarmed the room.
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Through the glass door, he watched them adjust intravenous lines and check Mara’s neurological reflexes.
Every second felt like an eternity as he waited for someone to look out and give him a sign of hope.
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