A/N: Disclaimer- I don't own Tintin and company, Herge does along with Moulinsart (most likely spelled that wrong) I only own the story and OCs

Hey guys! I'm finally back! Dear reader, I'm very sorry I haven't updated till now! I've been so busy here lately that it's starting to become really stressful... ugh... Anyway I bet you're ready for me to stop talking so you read what happens to our hero...

I apologize in advance for the shortness of this chapter... I thought it was a good place to stop. (Also I didn't have time to work on it more... grrrr...)

Chapter 3: Doctor's News

"I'm hope you're both aware of why I called you in today." Doctor Henry spoke from behind his desk, hands together.

Tintin and the Captain glanced at each other before looking back at him.

"Is Skut-?"

"Your friend is fine, but he's still in a coma. Did Helena call you and tell you the news?"

Giving off a mental sigh of relief, Tintin answered. "The lady at the front desk? No... she only told us to come. What's this all about, Doctor?"

The doctor sighed deeply, "There's no easy way to say this Mr. TinTin, and I'm just going to blurt out the truth."

Captain Haddock's heart skipped a beat as he recalled a few days earlier. Seeing Skut for the first time, he was mighty glad that he asked Nestor to drive, after what he saw; he most likely wouldn't have been able to drive back home.

"We got the test results back today…" He let the sentence hang in the air before continuing. "We learned that your friend fractured his skull."

Tintin and the Captain glanced at each other again, eyes wide.

"What do you mean? Is that bad?" The Captain managed to say, swallowing hard.

Doctor Henry stood and turned off the lights, showing them a picture of an X-Ray on a white backdrop.

"When your friend got hit by the car, the impact made his brain smack into the walls of his skull." He pointed at the lighting like streaks, "This is where your friend fractured his skull and damaged his head."

"He'll be alright Doctor?" Tintin asked in a whisper as Doctor Henry flicked the lights back on.

"One thing's for certain, lad." Doctor Henry leaned in closer, eyes starting to mist. "He'll be blind."

The Captain thought he was going to throw up. "What?! Blind? As in forever?"

Doctor Henry held up his hands, "Don't lose your faith Captain; there is a 50/50 chance he will get his eyesight back. It'll take time and healing, lots of healing."

A buzz sounded from the intercom sitting on the desk. "Please pardon me. I have to run, another emergency." The Doctor stated as he hurried out the door, giving a final wave before disappearing down the hallway.

"Blind…" Tintin murmured.

The Captain looked over to see tears streaming down Tintin's face, and felt tears starting in his own eyes. He leaned in and squeezed Tintin's shoulder reassuringly. "I know lad, it's hard, but don't you worry yourself now. We'll get through this together."

Seeing no reason to stay, Tintin and the Captain returned to the car to find Nestor and Snowy waiting patiently for them.

Watching the city pass by in a blur, the companions sat in silence, letting the information sink in slowly.

"Blind…" Tintin whispered to himself again, rubbing Snowy's soft fur in a failed attempt to find comfort. Snowy whimpered and looked up solemnly at his master.

As Nestor made the final turn and drove into Marlinspike's driveway, Captain Haddock peeked out his window. "Blistering barnacles! Who could that be?"

The car stopped and the trio got out and looked at the unfamiliar car sitting near the manor.

Taking off with the Captain and Snowy at his heels, Tintin ran up the steps.

Walking quickly to the door of the living room, he heard the all too familiar female voice.

"Oh no…" Captain Haddock said in fear as Tintin opened the door. Four figures turned their heads to see them, one in particular was always recognizable.

"Ah! Its Tintin and his friend, Captain Padstock!"

"Bianca Castafiore?"

Again, I apologize for the shortness of this chapter, I promise (With a quiff on top *wink,wink*) the next one will be longer and better! Also please correct me on any grammar mistakes I've made. In addition, I also am sorry if I have made any medical mistakes in my fanfiction. (Next time I need to do some research. :D)

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