When he arrived, Caleb joined her in trying to convince his mother. Libby finally agreed to get some rest but vowed that nothing could persuade her to leave town until she knew for certain that Gabe was on the road to recovery. Understanding the maternal mind-set, Rachel offered no further argument. Once she had donned her gown and robe, she went into Gabe’s room and made another thorough check of him. His pulse was steady, and both injuries had all but stopped bleeding. He stirred as she listened to his chest. “Lie still,” she said, gently pressing a hand to his shoulder. At the sound of her voice, he opened his eyes, glassy with pain and dulled by the anesthesia she’d given him. “Rachel.” His voice sounded as if he’d swallowed gravel. “Don’t talk.” “Not going anywhere.” “Not for a while,” she said, removing the earpieces and looping the stethoscope around her neck.
What do You think about Wolf Creek Homecoming (2013)?
