Shawn pressed his lips together. "Then I'll come over first thing tomorrow."

"Understood, Mr. Wood. We'll make an appointment for you."

He hung up the phone, bracing his hands on the desk. Shawn's hands were trembling slightly. He had been too happy lately, experiencing a level of joy and stability he had never known before. The happier he felt, the more uneasy he became, always fearing that heaven would take away his happiness.

At first, he did not take the coughing seriously. With his good