Monroe continued, “Dr. Anderson stopped by this morning. Reviewed Jamie’s full chart. He’s optimistic. Set up a tailored diet, new prescriptions to stabilize the condition. If things progress as expected, surgery might happen as early as next month.”
“Dr. Levin also stopped by to checked on Ms. Thompson, she’s cleared for discharge tomorrow. No lingering effects from the sedatives or restraints. MRI’s clean, vitals are strong, wounds are healing.”
Damien exhaled through his nose, but it wasn’t relief. Not entirely. It was control. Control slipping back into place.
But then—
“One more thing,” Monroe said. “She also asked about Mr. Ashcroft.”
That got Damien’s attention fast. His hand stilled.
“Dr. Anderson mentioned in passing that Mr. Ashcroft personally called in to prioritize the s
