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070- JUST US.

Author: Ashley Wright
last update Last Updated: 2025-07-09 20:05:38

ROSE'S POV

"Uhm... Doctor?" I hasten my pace to meet up with them. "What did you say about Ryan?" My voice is rough. Calm. Down. I take deep breaths.

"I thought you went in...uhm..." His eyes dart around, looking for a quick excuse. Then, he sighs and gestures forward. "Let's go to my office."

"No." I shake my head and stamp my feet on the ground. "You started talking already, just complete what you were saying."

"Okay." He smiles, but it's tight with no teeth. "Ryan's heart is really weak. He's been diagnosed with HCM for a long time now. The results of today's test showed he didn't live the simple, healthy life prescribed for him." He adds with a shrug. "Guess his heart can't take it anymore." Then, he chuckles.

Was that supposed to be a joke? "That's not funny, it's just offensive." My face twist in disgust. My fist involuntarily clench. Micah steps closer, putting his hands around mine and trying to calm me.

"I'm sorry Miss." Dr. Paul says, but he doesn't sound sorry. "Mr Ryan wi
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