Chapter 4
"We got a floater Dr. Strewart". Notified Traci.
Holly stoops down to take a closer look at the body.
"Male, maybe in his 40's, he's been here for maybe 72 hours, a big gash on his forehead and this looks like a fracture to me".
"You think it's an accident?".
"I'm not sure yet, I have to examine the body thoroughly at the lab. ".
"Alright, I'll catch up with you later after we wrap everything up here".
Gail was still in her bed, eyes fixed on the ceiling, lost in her thoughts. Holly thoughts that is. All she could think of was Holly. Her hazel brown eyes that could see right through her. Her soft relaxing voice and the way she touched Gail's face. Holly, Holly, Holly is all she could think about. Her heart is saying she should get to know Holly but her logical, defensive brain says otherwise.
"This nerd is confusing me big time!". Gail whispered to herself.
At the Lab…
"knock knock". Traci sat on the table at the corner of the autopsy room.
"So this guy suffered from a chronic heart arrhythmia, his pace maker apparently malfunctioned". Holly giving Traci the facts while removing her gloves.
"Are you coming with us to Ollie's cabin? Traci asked Holly.
"If I could finish all of these paper works in time I might be coming. Is everybody going".
"I think so, I'm not sure about Gail. She's a little off sometimes".
Holly could feel her cheeks turning red at the mention of the blonde's name.
"She's interesting, mysterious and cold".
"She's straight Holly, if that's what you're asking me".
"I know that, can you tell me anything about her?".
"Well, she's loyal, painfully honest and very protective". Traci told Holly pacing back and forth.
Sam called Traci to let her know that the dead guy's family has arrived and that she has to be there to as they explain what exactly happen to him.
"Thanks Sam, I'll be there in a minute". Traci dashed out of the lab to get to 15 and waving bye at the brunette.
Before their shift ends Oliver reminded everybody about going to the mall later.
"I want everybody at the mall by 6pm sharp".
Dov and Chris nodded vigorously. Chloe, Andy and Traci sat together excitedly making list of what to buy. Sam was standing next to Oliver eyeballing the three women squealing with excitement.
At the department store parking lot…
"Girls, go buy some flash lights, tens, and insect repellant whatever it is you want to buy. Boys we are in charge of the food and alcohol. Oliver ordered everybody.
"Oliver? Do I really have to go with them? Gail pointing at the girls.
"Yes". He teasingly answered.
"This is torture". Gail mumbled.
"Come on Gail, you'll be fine with us". Jen fluttering her hands at Gail.
"Chris! Alcohol and cheese puffs".
"Copy that Gail". Chris answered with his boyish smile.
An hour later….
"Chloe do you really have to buy that fishing pole?". Gail ask Chloe with a fake smile.
"You're supposed to be friendly Gail, you know, Casper the friendly ghost plus this pole is pink and I love pink". Remarked Chloe bitingly.
"Shut your mouth Chloe". Gail shoots back.
"Let's pay all of our stuff I'm sure the boys are already waiting for us". Andy said dragging Chloe and Traci to the counter.
Done with the shopping, they went their separate ways to go home. Traci was Gail's driver for the night.
"Where's the nerd Trace?"
"She's stuck with paper works and has to work until 1 pm".
"Is she still going or not?" Gail glancing at Traci trying see how she reacts with this query.
"Yeah, she'll catch up with us after work".
That piece of information Traci gave her made her realize that this could be her chance of getting to know Holly. All she has to do is find an excuse so that she won't be leaving with everybody in the morning.
The next day the first thing Gail did was call Oliver.
"Morning Oliver, hey why don't you guys go ahead, I have something to do, it's uuhhmm important, very important thing". Gail answered with hesitance.
"Something important? Like what?" asked Oliver.
"It's a,.. a little difficult to explain. I promise I'll be there as soon as I can".
"well, Okay".
Gail inhaled. There was a few seconds of silence and then she suggested the possibility of her and Holly going to the cabin together.
"Hey I know Holly is still at work, I mean, I can like pick her up or something. We could you know, drive there together".
"Yeah, Yeah that's a great idea Gail. Do you have her number?"
"Yeah. I'll call her later".
It was 11:30, Gail was gripping her phone tightly on her right hand not sure whether to call or text Holly.
Thirty minutes later, with her heart beating fast she finally decided to call Holly.
"Dr. Stewart". Holly's voice made Gail blush.
"Hi Holly, it's Gail".
"Gail, Hi. Are you guys at the cabin already?"
"No, I had some important things to take care of so,..but I'm still coming though, just a little late. I was going to ask you if I can pick you up and we'll go to the cabin together. It's more practical, we can just split the gas and dodge the boredom of driving alone. If you're cool with it".
"Sure". Holly answered quickly.
"Really?.. I mean okay, cool.. Text me when you're done and I'll come pick you up".
Gail was anxiously waiting for Holly's text. She was standing in the middle of the kitchen staring intently at her phone on the counter top.
1 message received
"I'm ready".
"Okay see you in a few". Gail replied.
Gail pulled up and she could see Holly, smiling at her like they've known each other for a long time. God she's beautiful! Gail said to herself before getting out of the car. She helped Holly with her bag and the two women drove off.
Thanks for reading.
There will be more Golly feelings next chapter.
We will get to know Gail more.