“Charles hasn’t asked for an update since seven this morning,” Marisol said.

“That doesn’t surprise me.”

“It should worry you.

The state is treating this as a possible neglect case.

I need you to sign an emergency affidavit before one o’clock.”

“For what?”

“To give you standing for medical authority while the review is open.”

The red light went dark, and I stood up before the doors moved.