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CHAPTER 156: One Step At A Time

作者: Donna Sheldon
last update 最終更新日: 2025-07-31 22:40:17

Discharged.

The word again.

“Your paperwork is complete,” the nurse said, sliding a copy into the envelope she handed me. “You’re all set, James. Please… take it easy for the next few days.”

I gave her a quick nod, clutching the envelope with my good hand.

“Do you… have a ride?” she asked, eyes lingering on the bruises peeking out from under my hoodie.

I didn’t want to admit I didn’t, but before I could come up with a half-believable lie, another nurse appeared behind the desk.

“James Winters?” she called.

I turned.

She held a piece of paper like it was good news. “You’re approved. The airline sponsorship came through. You’ll be able to fly back home at no cost.”

I blinked at her, not sure if I’d heard correctly.

“What?”

She smiled. “There’s a nonprofit program that helps victims in cases like yours. They’ve agreed to cover your flight back.”

I stared at her, my brain struggling to process what she’d said.

“That’s… uh,” I stammered. “Wow. Thank you.”

She nodded and hande
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