#Chapter 290 – Doctor’s Warning

“Phase one of the solution,” Victor says, walking back into the room and handing me his cell phone, the screen already lit with a call. “What?” I ask, curious. “What’s this?” “A little mini conference,” Victor replies, smiling at me. “I thought that…someone with more experience in this area could perhaps help.” Curious, but a little hesitant, I take the phone from his hand. Victor smiles encouragingly at me and then moves to the door, ready to give me some privacy. Tentative, I raise the phone to my ear and begin. “Hel…hello?” “Evelyn!” Annabeth’s warm voice rings out on the line. “Oh, Annabeth!” I say, my eyes lighting up as they fix on Victor. He grins at me, pleased that I’m pleased, and then gives me a nod, closing the door behind them. “It’s so great to hear from you! Except – did Victor call you? I don’t know precisely what’s happening.” Annabeth laughs a little. “He did call me – he told me what happened this morning. It sounds like you could use some help.” “Yes,” I say