It Happens In Threes

Chapter 8

One of the nurses came into Kevin's room and woke me up around seven in the morning. I suddenly felt awkward being there and my foot was asleep, so I left her to do her thing while I limped to the bathroom.

Around midnight I stopped working on my article and Kevin and I stayed up all night talking. We talked about our relationship. I told him how much I love and care for him still. I told him how badly he hurt me. I could have probably forgiven the cheating, but it was coupled with everything else. That's what I couldn't forgive. I told him how proud of him I am and that I need him to pull through. I told him that I wanted to be apart of his life still. I probably got four hours of sleep, I was exhausted. Mentally and emotionally.

I finally found the bathroom and hurried inside. For a hospital bathroom, it was pretty clean. I looked a mess. I turned on the faucet and splashed some water on my face, getting my shirt wet in the process. I cupped some water in my mouth and swooshed it around before spitting it out. This was my lame attempt to get rid of my morning breath. Afterward, I dried my face with the paper towels and popped a mint.

I checked my phone, still no text from Jared. I mentally sighed. I couldn't focus on him right now. I had to focus on Kevin. Kevin was the one fighting death in a hospital room nearby. I took five deep breaths, I needed to calm down. The girls were on their way and my mom and Mrs. Raymond would be here soon. I took my wash and go out of its bun. My head was killing me. I massaged my scalp and let my afro take over my face.

A woman entered the bathroom, cutting my scalp massage short. Once she entered her bathroom stall she started to cry. I quickly put my hair back in its tight bun and gave her some privacy.

The nurse was gone and Kevin was still unconscious. I got on the bed with him, making myself small, this was not an easy task with these thick thighs. We laid there together in silence until our mothers join us. I awkwardly got off the bed and gave my mom a tight hug.

Mrs. Raymond took my chair and took her son's hand. Tears already in her eyes. My mom led us out of the room, giving her some space.

"How was last night?" my mom asked once we reached the hall.

I shrugged, "nothing new, I got some work done."

My mom took my hand as we walked, "the rest of the crew should be here soon. Linda wanted to get here first thing. How are you?"

I shrugged again, "I don't know."

"Why don't you take the car and go to the hotel. Take a nap, shower, eat then come back. You need a break. The girls can meet you there. I'm room 302," My mom handed me her hotel key and practically pushed me to the elevator. "I'll call you if anything changes."

"Okay," I sighed. She was right, I needed a break and Jen some time. My mom gave me a sad smile as the elevator doors opened.

The hotel was a ten-minute drive from the hospital. The girls were an hour out. I told them to meet me at the hotel. I ordered room service before taking a hot shower. I suddenly missed my fairy godmother, I could use her right now. Once out of the shower, I took my hair out and got dressed. Room service was quick, by the time I finished brushing my teeth they were knocking on my door.

I quickly ate my eggs and French toast as my coffee cooled. I know I needed sleep but my thoughts were racing everywhere. My article, Kevin, Jared, Kevin, my fairy godmother, my third wish, Kevin, then back to my article. I deiced to scroll on Instagram while I waited for my lifelines to arrive.

Moments later, the girls were here. I gave them a huge hug before letting inside the room.

"How's it going?" Lindsey asked as we sat on the floor together.