CARTER
When we reached Dr. Fletcher’s clinic, we were told to wait for thirty minutes since it’s a walk in. Wala namang problema dahil wala kaming hinahabol na oras.
“Do you want something to drink while we wait?” tanong ko kay Chloe. She was reading a magazine.
She shook her head. “I’m fine. Marami akong nainom na tubig, so I’m not thirsty right now. Parang sasabog na nga ang pantog ko. Ikaw?”
“I felt like having coffee. There’s a shop next door.”
“Gusto mong sumaglit doon muna? We have time.” Tumingin sa relo si Chloe.
“No. I’ll stay here. I don’t want to miss anything.” Kinuha ko ang kamay niya at pinagsalikop ang mga kamay namin.
“Mrs. Chloe Gallo,” tawag ng nurse pagkaraan ng thirty minutes.
“I’m here.” Tumayo si Chloe at kasunod niya akong nagtungo sa unang pinto.
“How a
