“There’s no need to be too anxious. Booking an appointment for the morning after tomorrow is just the same.”

Mrs. Levitt responded, “Oh, I see. If you married Dr. Jones, she could easily get me an appointment at any time. Son, if you can’t let her go, then you should try harder. Having connections in the hospital makes it easier when you’re trying to get medical treatment in a big city.

“You could try to make it a fait accompli with her first and get her pregnant. Once she’s carrying your chil