PART 3

The doctor stepped closer before I could follow the nurses through the double doors.

“My name is Dr.

Elena Ruiz,” she said.

“Your wife and baby are receiving emergency care.

We’re concerned about serious infection and dehydration.

We also have a duty to report signs that someone may have neglected their care.

That does not mean we’ve decided who is responsible.”

I heard the distinction.

I could not make myself appreciate it.

“Will they live?”

“We are doing everything appropriate right now.

Wesley is being assessed by our neonatal team.

Jenna is with the obstetric and critical-care doctors.”