Denied by Destiny: Trapped in the Shadows of the Mate Bond novel Chapter 383

“Okay Petra this is what I need you to do. I need you to stay calm and breathe through this mask. I’m going to be over there with Kieran, remaining in your line of vision. I’m going to assess his injuries and help him the best way I can.” I gently but firmly state.

She nods in confirmation as I place the oxygen mask over her head and secure it.

“Remember, I’m not leaving you…I’m just going over there.” I point to her grandson who Knox has placed down on another bed.

I move over to Kieran, my hand immediately touching his forehead.

“What would Doctor Abel do?” I chant in a whisper, biting down on my lower lip. He always knows what to do immediately, then he gives me orders.

“What would you do?” Knox’s voice grounds me.

“I don’t know…”

“Yes you do, I’ve seen you heal broken bones…you know what to do. Don’t doubt yourself, trust your instincts.” His faith in me threatens to buckle me at my knees.

He was right, I’ve done this before in warriors. I think it’s because he is a child I’m getting flustered. I don’t want to hurt him more than he is already hurting.

I take a deep calming breath in to calm myself completely and find my centre. When I open my eyes, I’m ready to begin.

“I need to check if he has a fever, if he has hit his head as well as his shoulder. I need to check for a head injury.” I say out loud but more to myself.

I move into action, gently yet firmly pressing my fingers against Kieran’s bones. He screams out when I press his shoulder, the pain too much for him as he vomits again, Knox reaching for a bowl just in time.

“Oh sweetheart. I’m going to help you. This is Knox..he’s going to help me put your shoulder back into place…” I gently talk to Kieran, trying to soothe him.