Lilah said over the phone. “The bed’s going to take a few more days. They didn’t have the California king in stock and had to special order it.” She sounded disappointed. “It’ll be fine. I’m staying with Seth for a few days anyway,” I assured her. “I’ll see you soon.” Up early, I’d already showered and shaved. The nurse replaced my cumbersome bandage for one half the size. I was already exhausted. I sat next to the window and struggled to stay awake waiting for Lilah. “You look ready to get out of here,” Lilah said, entering the room. “Very. Take me home.” I stood slowly, clutching the Shakespeare book to my chest. “Are you all right?” She stepped over next to me. “I’m fine. It’s just that you know how klutzy I am. I don’t want to take a chance of tripping and falling. They’ll make me stay another day,”
