Pernell had originally requested that Hayley meet with him regarding hospital business. Since the day that woman showed up at the hospital, he had been considering telling him about the incident. Not to get Kaleigh but to let him be aware of the situation and to protect Kaleigh. If the woman came to the hospital, she might go as far as to confront Kaleigh. Kaleigh being harmed is the last thing Pernell wants to happen.
Hayley arrives at Pernell’s office. “It’s good to see your young man. I’m glad you're back. Have you seen my daughter yet?”
“Yes, sir, I have seen her briefly. But yes, I have. Kaleigh is more beautiful now than she was the day I left. Damn, I still regret going to college so far away. It’s done, and I can’t change that,” Pernell pours Hayley a glass of unsweetened t
