“She didn’t tell you beforehand because she was afraid that you’d be worried before a treatment was decided.”

“Really?”

Deirdre was still doubtful.

“Hmm, if you’re not happy with everything being hidden from you, I’ll get you to join the next time.”

“Forget it.” Deirdre felt rather powerless because one could never forcefully involve oneself in a conversation. “It will be fine as long as you update me about my condition without any reservations.”

Perhaps she was being over-sensitive. After