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Life Choice (Chapter 3)
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“So, you’re telling me if we don’t do anything, she’s probably going to die in the next day or two, but if we do this she could die sooner?”
“I’m telling you that the odds are not with us, no matter which course of action we take, yes.”
“What about the coma?” Alice felt her anger rising. Rationally she knew that no one was to blame, but that did nothing to temper her feeling of helplessness.
“I’ve seen this happen before…the body shuts everything shuts everything but essential systems down in an effort to heal itself.”
“How soon do you need an answer?” Irwin needed to take charge, to fix this for his little girl.
“As soon as possible,” Dr. Bowman said as she moved to the door. “I’ll be right outside if you need me.”
“We wait,” Irwin announced. “This way she has more time to beat the infection.” Sharon nodded.
Alice didn’t respond and Irwin went to the door mistaking her silence for consent.
“She came back,” Alice said softly. “She chose to live.”
“What does that mean?” Irwin was barely controlling his own rage. How dare this woman interfere with what he knew was best?
“It means that when her heart stopped, she refused to die. She wants to fight and we have to give her something to fight with.” Alice realized that Dana had made the decision; she just had to honor it.
“And that’s time.” Sharon said.
“No it’s not. She’s had time with this drug and she’s gotten worse,” Alice replied firmly. “She’d want to try something new, even with the risks.”
“You can’t possibly know that,” Irwin exploded. “It’s easy for you to put her life in even more danger. This is exactly why you shouldn’t have any say in what happens to our daughter.”
Sharon was torn. She disagreed with Alice’s position and understood her husband’s frustration. Yet, just a few hours ago, she’d realized the full depth of Dana’s bond with Alice and knew, without doubt, that Alice’s only motive was to serve Dana’s best interest.
“This isn’t easy for anyone,” Sharon said. “Alice, I think we should wait, but I also know that Dana wanted you to make this decision, so we’ll accept whatever you decide.”
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AH! I’m so excited! You almost gave me a heart attack after that last chapter. God, I love the bond that Danish has in this story. If only IC would have seen it like it is- Danish are soulmates. Great update, and thanks for not making us wait to long after that last chapter! Please post again soon. I’m completely addicted to this story!
Yay for some good news! If only Season 3 could have been anywhere close to this. Love it, hurry and update again!
DANA LIVES!!! I wasn’t so sure this would be a happy update. I like the fact that you are giving us more of what a cancer patient might experience. Did you do a lot of research? IC had an interesting storyline, but she could have done so much more, even if Dana still eventually had to die.
I’m too kind? You do know your writing is superb?! I’m sure this story will have me crying my eyes out at some point. I’m actually suprised thatI haven’t already. I think the warning you gave us helped. ;) I loved the fact that the gang is hovering aroundDana’s hospital room and Alice has the support she needs. I also like the fact that Dana’s parents (well, her mother) burried the hatchet. I wonder how long that will last. And the sleepyhead- line…priceless. Their love is just undeniable. :)And I agree with you, S3 was a bit drastic (and that’s an understatement), all of them should have had A LOT more happiness in S3.
well, i hope you don’t think my comment was also one of the “misguided” ones. I’m aware that this story will still have drama in it, that’s for sure.I’m glad Dana is ok now.
Wonderful update. I really enjoyed it. I loved how Alice got completely business-like when she had to be. I also loved the “sleepy-head” comment. Classic Alice. I hope that Dana is on the road to recovery, and all goes well. A girl can only take so much crying. I think she’ll bounce back. Probably not back to playing professional tennis or anything, but enough to be healthy and happy. She’s a fighter, and has the unconditional support of Alice and her friends. Great job. I can’t wait to read more.
holy cr*p!!! i just read your last 3 posts back to back. you almost wrecked me. it’s too much to bare & hits too close to home. wow! well done. i hope dana can catch a real break in your story and actually live a long healthy life.
Sorry, that I kinda doubted you in the last chap. You can feel free to throw stuff at me ‘cus I deserve it after reading this update. Anyways, thank God that you updated so quick because this one left off with hope. Btw, loved the sleepy head comment from Al. Sweet update and I’m holding my breath until the next:)
OHHH MY GOD!!! It’s a miracle!!!!! I’m sooo happy! I can’t wait to see what happens next. please let Dana be ok, this was such an emotional chapter and you wrote it so well. Your fortune cookie was right though, I think it’s very true! You’re great!!! Cant wait to read more, post soon!
Phew!.. God what a nightmare situation for Alice to find herself in [ to make THAT choice ]. Heartwrenching and yes i agree with you, not always heartbreaking!! Well thankfully it turned out right and i will look forward to seeing Dana recovering with the help of the lovely Alice. Post soon. Thanks.
Beautifully written – and the way it should have been. Thank you
she’s out of it – thank goodness!
This was so awesome! I loved the last chapter but man was it a tough read. LOL this one was a little nerve racking but ended with a little more hope! Thanks so much for the fast post. I love how you ended it. Such an Alice thing to say. “Welcome back sleepyhead.” Classic, selfless Alice. Keep up the great work!
Pff that was really to close to call! Man I wish IC talked to you before writing the crappy ending that she did. This is so much better, and now on the road te recovery?? Thanks for this quick update…keep um coming.