Chapter 136: Discharged
It was the day Abby was supposed to be discharged from the hospital after she slit her wrist.
The air in the room hung heavy with tension as Remo, waited anxiously for the doctor’s conclusion. He had been by her side throughout her ordeal, a steadfast presence in the face of her inner turmoil.
Finally, the doctor emerged, his expression grave as he approached Remo. "Mr. Quinn," he began, his voice gentle yet resolute, "your wife’s physical wounds are healing well, but it’s her emotional well-being that concerns me the most."
Remo’s heart sank at the doctor’s words, a wave of apprehension washing over him. He had hoped that Abby’s hospitalization would mark the beginning of her recovery, but it seemed that the road ahead would be far more challenging than he had anticipated.
"What do you mean?" Remo asked, his voice barely above a whisper, his eyes betraying his fear of what the doctor might say next.
The doctor hesitated for a moment before continuing, his tone sympathetic. "Abby’s actions indicate deep-seated emotional distress," he explained. "I strongly recommend that she see a therapist to address the underlying issues that led her to this point. From my experience and the past history she gave me I know this isn’t her first attempt but I definitely hope it’s the last one."
Remo nodded slowly, his mind reeling at the gravity of the doctor’s words. He knew that Abby had been struggling in the aftermath of her father’s death, but he had never imagined that her pain ran so deep.
"Thank you, doctor," Remo replied, his voice tinged with gratitude. "We’ll make sure she gets the help she needs."
"Okay, please do. Mental health isn’t something to be taken lightly. I’m glad Abby has you." The doctor remarked before he left the room.