Deirdre returned the phone to the nurse, who inquired, "Did he not answer?"

"Yeah." Deirdre smiled at her. "He's probably too busy or doesn't answer calls from strangers. It's okay. I'll wait for him to come."

"Oh... "The nurse took back her phone, hesitated for a moment, then said, "Well, just rest well."

"Thank you."

Deirdre nodded and settled back onto the bed. The possibility of him not answering weighed on her mind, making it difficult for her to fall asleep. She patiently waited for a