PLAYING WITH FIRE

Chapter 59: Heading Home

Maya nodded, accepting the medication and medical bracelet, her expression a mix of acceptance and vulnerability.

She spoke quietly, her voice tinged with resignation, "I will, Dr. Shepherd. I'll make sure to take my medication and wear the bracelet. I... I don't want to cause any more trouble for anyone."
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Amelia gave Maya a reassuring smile, her eyes reflecting a comforting presence.

She spoke, her voice still filled with empathy and understanding, "You're not causing trouble, Maya. You just had a major brain surgery and developed epilepsy. It's a lot to deal with. It's normal to feel overwhelmed. Just take things one step at a time and be kind to yourself."

As Amelia gathered the discarded paperwork and the medication and medical bracelet, Maya watched with a weary expression.

She spoke softly, her voice tinged with a hint of resignation, "Thanks, Dr. Shepherd. I... I appreciate everything you've done for me."

Amelia turned back to Maya and spoke with a gentle smile, her eyes filled with empathy.

She spoke quietly, her voice filled with understanding and care, "You're welcome, Maya. Remember, your health is important. Take things one day at a time and don't hesitate to reach out if you have any concerns or questions. We're here to support you."

Maya look at Andy and said "Can you take me to the station I am not ready to go home to Carina."

Andy's expression softened, her eyes filled with compassion and understanding.

She spoke gently, her voice full of love and concern, "Maya, are you sure you're up for going to the station? You just had brain surgery and need rest. Carina's probably worried about you."

Maya's expression wavered, her eyes betraying a mixture of pain and vulnerability.

She spoke quietly, her voice tinged with a hint of despair, "I... I can't see Carina right now, Andy. I don't... I don't want her to see me like this. Broken and fragile. I need... I need time to process all of this on my own."

Andy's heart ached at Maya's words, knowing how much her best friend was hurting.

She spoke gently, her voice filled with empathy and understanding, "Maya, Carina loves you, no matter what. She doesn't see you as broken or fragile. She sees you as the strong, capable, and amazing woman you are. Letting her in, letting her see you in a vulnerable state, doesn't make you weak. It makes you human."

Maya said "No Andy I just want to see my team to talk to them about my condition."

Andy's expression softened as she listened to Maya, understanding her need to see her team.

She spoke quietly, her voice filled with love and support, "Alright, Maya. I'll take you to the station. But promise me you'll take it easy and not exert yourself too much. You need rest."

Maya nodded, her expression filled with a mix of gratitude and vulnerability.

She spoke quietly, her voice tinged with a hint of resignation, "I promise, Andy. I just need... I need to talk to my team, be around people who don't see me as a broken mess. But I won't push myself too hard. I... I know my limits."

Andy squeezed Maya's hand gently, her eyes filled with reassurance and love.

She spoke softly, her voice filled with understanding and care, "And I'll be here, every step of the way, to support you. You're not alone, Maya. Remember that."

Maya felt a wave of gratitude and love towards her best friend, knowing that she could rely on Andy's unwavering support.

She spoke quietly, her voice filled with appreciation and vulnerability, "Thanks, Andy. I don't know what I'd do without you. You're the best friend anyone could ask for."