Chapter 11 - The Hospital Audit
An hour later, Marcus sat in the pediatric emergency room at Children’s Hospital, holding Lily’s small hand while the doctors conducted a full toxicology panel and cardiac workup.
Dr. Aris, a senior pediatric specialist, walked into the private room holding a clipboard, his face grim.
“Mr. Vance,” Dr. Aris said softly. “You brought her in just in time. The levels of thyroid stimulants in her bloodstream were reaching dangerous toxicity. Another week of those 'drops,' and her heart would have suffered permanent damage.”
Marcus closed his eyes, a tear finally slipping down his cheek as he kissed Lily’s forehead.
“Will she be okay, doctor?” Marcus asked, his voice cracking.
“Physically, with proper treatment and detox, she will make a full recovery,” Dr. Aris reassured him. “Mentally, she’s going to need a lot of love, security, and therapy. But she is a very brave little girl. She saved her own life by speaking up tonight.”
Lily looked up at Marcus, her brown eyes shining softly under the hospital lights. “I was brave, Daddy?”
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“You were the bravest girl in the world, sweetie,” Marcus whispered, hugging her gently.
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