Xandrya

The Fireflies Settlement

"Please, take all the time you need," Michelle replied, quickly getting up as she noticed Piero becoming unstable by the news. His mother's situation wasn't easy, and it wasn't meant to be. Although Michelle had seen the same reaction from her patients and their family members whenever she had to deliver the awful message, it certainly did not become easier with time. He was hurting, and she wished she could help. She was supposed to be the one saving lives, after all. "If you don't mind, I'm going to grab my things real quick," she said, moving with a purpose in order to give Piero and his mother some much-needed privacy.

Back in Chiara's room, Michelle started to gather her belongings. She smiled at the sickly woman who had the same expression on her face as before. Poor soul.

"Thank you for allowing me to see you, I'm just getting everything out of your way." Just about ready to go, Michelle stood by the door for a moment. "Your son will be here with you momentarily, Ms. Chiara."

Michelle stepped out to meet Piero once more, the tension in the room not getting any easier. "I'm sorry it had to come to this, Piero. You don't know how much I wish I could've help her get better." She stopped for a moment, looking past the man before meeting his eyes again. "I'll come back whenever you both are ready. Until then, just do your best to keep her comfortable."

Michelle headed for the front door, reaching within her bag to grab a small, crystal bottle. "Give her these, it'll help with the pain."

After she handed him the medication, Michelle stepped out, heading towards her own home.

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@ShwiggityShwah@Sep@Superboy@InfamousGuy101@Heat@Rawk@13org

Alright guys, we've either talked about our characters' relationships or you have me in your list. Please take a quick look at my own list and tell me whether you agree and/or would like to add something, etc.

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I will update my CS' relationships section when I get home and I'll tag the players whose characters are involved. I feel bad for y'all 😈

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@Xandrya

Maybe not in an intimate level, but they would at least know each other since they work in similar areas, and often Maeve herself would tell her patients to see Melanie, right?

MAybe even friends, idk XD

@13org

Yeah, at the very least they'd be acquaintances.

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@13org

Works for me. If you have any ideas in mind, pass them right along.

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@ShwiggityShwah

Since we're planning on pairing them up, he'll have to either be transferred to another therapist or wait until he finishes the program. Can't be romantically involved with her patient, you know?

The Fireflies Settlement

Michelle stepped inside the home, thanking Piero for his hospitality. As they walked to Chiara's bedroom, Piero explained the situation. The first thought to cross Michelle's mind was the poor woman was very close to death. Not the type of news anyone would like to hear, but she preferred being a realist more so than an optimist.

"I'll be good for now, thank you," she replied, approaching Chiara's bedside.

"Hi there," Michelle smiled, putting her stuff down. "If it's alright with you, I'd like to check out how you're doing." Michelle eased the eartips of the stethoscope in place and approached Piero's mother. She checked her heartbeat first before moving the diaphragm around various locations throughout Chiara's chest. Once she was done, Michelle hung the stethoscope around her neck and proceeded to check Chiara's eyes.

"Hmm, okay. I'm going to take your temperature now, alright?"

The woman nodded softly, making Michelle feel a tinge sad. The job didn't come without its consequences.

"Okay, my dear, lift your arm just the slightest for me..." Michelle helped Chiara through process as she placed the thermometer under her arm. She could only smile as she waited out the time, her mind a bit occupied as to how she would approach Piero. When some more time passed, she remove the thermometer for a quick read.

"Well, you don't have a fever, so that's good." Michelle reassured her, putting the thermometer away. "If I may have a minute, please." Michelle headed for the door, closing it behind her once she was outside.

"Okay, Piero, I'm going to be very honest with you. Your mother doesn't look good at all. The virus coupled with her already deteriorating health is making things worse by the minute. She has a weakened pulse and although she doesn't have a fever, her temperature is higher than I'd like. I have some medication for her but I have to advise that it will not kill the virus, so at this stage, there's a pretty good chance her symptoms will not alleviate."

Michelle paused for a moment, letting the news sink in. "I'm afraid there's not much I can do," she continued, sitting down and motioning for Piero to do the same. "I, um...I do have an option whenever you feel it would be the right time--if that's the option you would like to take in order to ease her last few moments of life. It is completely up to you both whether you would like to go that route. The procedure is commonly known as physician-assisted death or physician-assisted suicide. It is an extremely hard choice to make, but it is an option in case the pain becomes too overwhelming."

She stopped, awaiting Piero's reaction. Her expression was one of kindness and concern.

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No one's mentioned dentist. Hello!

The Fireflies Settlement

Just a heads up, Michelle is probably going to bring up physician-assisted death since Chiara is clearly suffering.

I'll have that post tonight when I get home.

Night School *Looking for more players*

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@Jollan

"Well, I guess...if that's okay with you."

Serena looked around for a moment, repositioning her footing in order to get a bit more comfortable. "I don't think they'll mind, right?" She smiled for a moment, catching herself staring at Drake's large physique before quickly turning her head as a result of an incoming coughing fit.

A second or two later, Serena finally managed to clear her throat. "Excuse me," she quickly apologized, reaching within her bag to fetch one of the small bottles scattered inside. She quickly downed two pills before handing off her larger luggage to Drake. Serena then put her pill bottle away and grabbed the small paper which had her room assignment. Motioning for Drake to walk with her, Serena followed the signs to the location of her room which they eventually reached a little while later.

"Well, thank you again for helping me. I suppose I'll see you around... I mean, I'm sure we'll have a few classes together."