Journal Entry 794
We found a doctor who agreed to examine Garrett. He is an eccentric and strange man; he emphasized that he cared mostly for his own advancement in medical knowledge, and would take an opportunity to learn over an opportunity to make some money, so I won't worry that Garrett will be unsafe. When told about Garrett's state, he became quite excited and requested that we bring Garrett to him at once.
The doctor owns a humble office on the outskirts of the City. After the attack on the mansion, the guard presence in the streets has been increased. As a result it took some time transporting Garret without seeming to conspicuous.
Once we arrived, I had to withhold my anger with the doctor's giddiness. I had to keep reminding myself that he does not know Garrett's importance; to the doctor, Garrett will provide him with more medical experience. So I quietly accepted his innocent excitement.
The doctor quietly and expertly examined Garrett. He tried various ways to get Garrett to respond in some way. When he was finished he explained to me that basically Garrett had fallen into something called a comatose state, where he won't respond to urges to wake.
When I asked what could be done, the doctor told me that there wasn't much that could really be done. Apparently out of the little medical research done on people who have fallen into a comatose state, none have woken.
At first I didn't know what to say. To think that Garrett may never wake…
The doctor, sensing my distress I assume, offered to keep Garrett alive. He again emphasized his longing to extend his knowledge, but stated that he would need money to get equipment.
I eagerly accepted. I didn't even inquire as to how much this "equipment" would cost. It doesn't matter.
I sincerely believe that if there is anyone capable of waking from a comatose sleep, it is Garrett.