Jasmine eventually fell asleep beside Melissa. When she woke up, it was already morning—just in time for the doctor's rounds. The doctor updated them on Lawrence's condition, saying it was improving thanks to Melissa's blood.
Melissa listened with joy, while Jasmine barely registered a word.
Before the doctor left, Melissa eagerly asked, "Can I visit him?"
"Of course," said the doctor kindly. "It's actually best if someone stays by his side and talks to him. It might help him recover quickly."
With that, the doctor excused himself, and Melissa hurried to prepare. Since they had been staying in the hospital for days, Jasmine insisted that Melissa should go home to change and freshen up. But Melissa didn't want to leave and told her mother to go first instead.
Jasmine refused.
Eventually, Melissa gave in and agreed to go home alone, promising to return as soon as possible so her mother could rest next.
Jasmine hadn't lied, though—at least, not entirely.
