Now!

Carson glances back at Misty as she talks and though wanting her to just rest, he doesn’t stop her from speaking.

Reaching a hand behind him to the backseat, he grasps one of Misty’s hands. “Just hang in there, Sass…we’re almost there.”

Never did the drive to the hospital seem to take so long. Not until they reach the parking lot does Carson let go of Misty’s hand.

Getting out, he quickly but gently takes her from the backseat and holds her close as he heads inside.

Bursting through the doors, several overnight nurses look up quickly, their eyes widening at seeing him bloody and carrying a young woman. Several move to go to him, while others pick up phones to call doctors.

There’s a bit of confusion and Carson’s frustration sets in as he doesn’t understand everything going on around him. He shrugs off several nurses who try to look at his shoulder, and tries to communicate with them about what’s wrong with Misty, but no one seems to listen.

Reaching his limit, he finally raises his voice. “I want Dr. Fuller NOW!”

“Sir, we…”

“NOW!” Carson repeats. “Get her in here!”