The door buzzer goes off. Dr. Stern. Finally. I move to let her in, but Stella clutches my hips. Her wide blue eyes, dull with fever, find mine. “Don’t leave me.” Fuck. She’s breaking my heart. I cup her cheek. “Never, baby. I’m just getting the door, okay?” She blinks, looking hazy and confused. I kiss her temple. “I’ll be right back. I promise.”
