Something Is Off

"And we were wondering if we could have the paternity test at the Saint Patrick's Medical Center where the facilities are up to date," suggested Joan Belle. 

"I agree. Saint Patrick's is the best out there," echoed Carie while giving a thumb up. "Good choice, Joan."

"A - a paternity test at Saint Patrick's?" Anna repeated. Her voice trailing off and she utterly felt her throat dried up.

"Yes, Anna. It is the best way to prove that Cole is the father of the child," reminded Carie, nodding her head repeatedly. "In a court of law, that is the only way we can have Cole surely take responsibility for the child."

"Hearsay has no basis," Carie added. 

Anna was offended when Carie said her claims were mere hearsay. She sneered and said, "I am not lying! Of course, I know that!"

"And I am not denying you the chance to prove it, Anna. It's exactly the reason why we rushed here to meet you. We need to talk it out and also, we need to have a p