Chapter 67 A Call From The Devil.
The entire of three days had passed before Ashley had been discharged from the hospital. Having the strings and wires upon wires detached from his arms and bandages unwrapped from his forehead felt like a whole new level of bliss and freedom combined.
"Alright, that should wrap it up." Doctor Bailey concluded, dropping the last of Ashley’s used bandage into the awaiting tray of his assistant nurse.
Ashley nearly squeaked with joy, nearly. But he didn’t. Holding himself back, he jumped off his hospital bed, landing on his feet and charging at his parents the very next second. Leonica happily caught him, swooping him up into her arms.
"Mommy, I’m free!"
Chuckling at his excitement, Leonica kissed his forehead. "That’s right. Congratulations."
"Congrats Champ." Gabriel gently patted the child’s head from where he stood on the side.
Ashley giggled happily at the gesture and moment overall. Having both his mother and father with him was one of the best wishes he could ask for. And he got it.
Doctor Bailey, who had watched the scene for a few minutes, stepped forward, clearing his throat in a bid to remind the family of three that he was still present. When all eyes turned to him as he wanted, he spoke up. “The last series of tests has proven that Ashley is medically stable to be discharged from the hospital, however,”
Leonica and Gabriel softly groaned at the one word they dreaded. Seeing their expressions and knowing where it stemmed from, Doctor Bailey chuckled quietly before continuing. “Ashley is still required to do weekly check ins. Nothing serious, just to ensure that his health is kept at the utmost top.”
Leonica nodded. “I understand.”
“Good. That’s all, you can take your leave now.”