CHAPTER 49

The paramedics wheeled her away. Police officers arrived. Flashes lit the room as the crime scene investigators snapped pictures.

"Damn." Malcolm moved back. "I have to leave."

"Why?" Aya asked.

"I don't think those are digital cameras." Malcolm grabbed Aya's hand and headed for the door.

A paramedic stopped beside him. "Sir, you have severe burns. You should come with us."

"No, I'm fine."

"We'll take you in an ambulance. This way."

"I'm not going."

"I'm Dr. Mayhem." Aya smiled at the paramedic. "This man is my patient. I'll look after him.

Thank you."

"Fine. Suit yourself." The paramedic rushed off to join the others.

"Thank you." Malcolm led her out of the cafeteria. "We'll go to the silver room." He opened a door to the stairwell, and they descended the steps. "This is so aggravating. I really want to see what kind of