Chapter 221: Goodbye Pink Ranger (Part 2)
The doctor had stated clearly, it was only immediate family who were allowed to say their final goodbyes. But as Mira stood up, she paused at the doorway. Her gaze drifted back to the three men behind her.
Each of them wore pain on their faces, even the one in the sharp black suit. Though his expression remained composed, Mira caught the shimmer of emotion in his eyes. It was enough to tell her, these people, just like her, cared about Jay.
"If it’s okay..." Mira began softly, her voice fragile but steady, "Can you three come with me too? I mean, I don’t really have a guardian. And this whole thing is scary... Besides, I think maybe you guys have things you want to say to him as well, right?"
Aron turned toward the doctor, who silently nodded. In normal situations, it wouldn’t have been allowed, but nothing about this was normal. This wasn’t a normal family, and this wasn’t a normal goodbye.
"I already told you, Mira," Max said gently, "If there’s anything we can do, we’ll do it. If you want us there, then we’ll be right beside you."
Together, they walked down the hallway until they reached a part of the hospital clearly reserved for VIP patients. The lighting was warmer, the floors polished until they reflected every step. These rooms were for those who could afford the very best care.
Waiting outside the room was a team of nurses, silent and solemn, bowing their heads slightly as the group approached.
The doctor gestured for all of them to enter.
Inside, a curtain had been drawn around the hospital bed, shielding the view from those entering.
"Should we stop here?" Joe asked quietly, his voice full of hesitation. "I don’t know if... if Mira should see her brother like this. She’s only eight years old."
The doctor gave a solemn nod. "It affects people differently. It can be traumatic, yes. But due to the circumstances of Jay’s passing, I can say that his physical condition is quite stable. To all of you, he will appear as though he’s simply... sleeping."