CHAPTER 123–KATHY & PARKER

Parker pulled Kathy aside before they entered the room. “What is going on?”

“I know it’s a little late. But I think she’s going through a mid-life crisis or an awakening. Something like that. Something’s triggered her developing a conscience, and she’s got enough regrets to sink a ship.” Kathy gazed at Parker, looking both mystified and bemused. She felt uncertain about everything. She’d never met the woman or heard her speak. From her conversations with Ivy and Heath, she gathered a little information. The woman carried herself with superiority, unapologetic for her words and actions. Even when someone pointed out she’d done or said something wrong.

Confused, Parker briefly interacted with the woman, asking, "Is that right?" Has she acted this way towards you and Geoff the whole time? I need to know; this isn’t what she’s like everyday. Is it possible she's had a stroke? Parker went to enter the patient room, wondering if they should speak to Heath. The two of