Sitting by the
hospital bed, Captain Prescott spoke softly, “don’t worry. The situation is
contained. General Tomlyn will not be pursuing charges.”
“Well, that’s
fortunate,” Goldie replied, flicking her blonde bangs away.
“Goldie,”
Captain Prescott stated, “I’m not going to apologize and I don’t expect one
from you, either.” He couldn’t help but look at her with pity; his heart hurt
to see how her sunken cheeks highlighted the bags under her eyes. If only we’d met in some other place, he
ground his teeth trying to shake the thought loose. Once again speaking softly, he said, “considering everything,
you’ll have to stay under observation.”
