They had to wait another hour before the doctor came out again, and this time she wore a smile that reassured everyone.

“Mr. Elliot Davis is out of danger,” she announced, and not knowing how, Andrew found himself hugging the Bennets with relief—both Bennets!—while wiping away tears.

“Let's get some coffee.” Layla dragged him out of there, and Nick sat down in one of the stiff chairs, his head in his hands.

“Would you like to come in and see your wife?” asked the doctor, and Nick automaticall