Ophelia snatches Lucy’s inhaler and violently kicks it beneath the heavy sideboard cabinet.
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Chapter 20 - GEMMA GRADUATES
Gemma became a registered nurse.
Lucy was eight.
We attended graduation only because Gemma invited us.
No bodyguards inside the ceremony beyond ordinary discreet security.
Lucy carried flowers.
Afterward she said:
“You saved me.”
Gemma crouched.
“I helped you use your medicine.”
Lucy frowned.
“Same.”
Gemma smiled.
“No. Your medicine helped too. Your doctor helped. You told us you couldn’t breathe. Lots of people did their jobs.”
I loved her for correcting the hero story.
Then Lucy asked:
“Can I be nurse?”
“You can be anything.”
May you like
“Horse doctor.”
Plans changed quickly at eight.
