Chapter 353

“Caitlyn’s mum asked us to give you a call because she knows how close the two of you are. Caitlyn’s not doing well,” Dr. Brad said, his voice soft and compassionate. “We don’t think she will last the week.” “What?” Chloe sat up suddenly and her stomach roiled but she ignored it. “You knew this was coming,” he said sternly but still with compassion. It was the voice she’d heard him use with nurses when they got too emotional about a patient. It was okay to fall apart in the locker room or at home but it was imperative that you didn’t do that in front of the patients. “I know, but I thought she’d have more time.” “You thought she’d beat it,” he said, “But we’ve known for a while now that her cancer is spreading and nothing we’ve done has helped.” Chloe sighed, holding back the sob that threatened to choke her. “I know,” she whispered, “I just wished…” “I know. We all did. Caitlyn’s a special little girl.” “Is there any way I can see her?” “Someone said you’re sick.” “Yeah, stomach bug.”