Another hard right turn!
Bernie leaned forward. “This situation concerns not only our mutual patient but one of my few truly close friends. If you have any ongoing concerns about Lois’ health, I think you should share them with me.” Bernie’s voice, normally soft and bland, hardened. “Now.”
Everyone knows how much I like our resident scientist. This is a truly different take on him. He is walking the line between friend, doctor and researcher, not an easy path for anyone. Thank you for writing it with style.
Now I'm going to go get a manicure, this story has me biting my nails down to the nubs.