Chapter 46
After bringing Deric home a week ago Chloe and Brady were finally able to sit down and talk about everything that was going on around them. Brady was now able to focus on his sister and being there for his family. He kissed Deric goodnight and headed to the hospital to visit with his comatose sister hoping that there had been some improvements.
Chloe: I wish I could go with you. It's just I don't feel right leaving Deric with anyone after I came so close to losing him.
Brady: It's okay. I understand I hate leaving him too. That is why I am still staying here so I can be close to the little guy.
Chloe: Brady when are we going to talk about us.
Brady: Chloe I can't deal with that right now. It's just too much. I got to go.
Chloe fell to the floor in sobs. What would it take to make Brady realize that she loved him and would never intentionally hurt him or herself ever again. Brady hurried out to his truck afraid to feel anything for Chloe again. Afraid that she would harm herself again if anything happened to him. He couldn't allow himself to be the cause of any harm coming to her. He hurried down to the hosptial trying to escape his breaking heart.
Meanwhile in St. Louis
Roman had just left the station after meeting his new police commander. It all seemed like so much to Roman. The branch he was hired into was only one of about 10 police posts in St. Louis. And his work load was huge.
Roman (To himself): Well I guess this is what I wanted. At least I will be so busy that maybe for a minute I can keep my mind off of Kate.
Roman went with a realtor to about 20 different houses and none of them caught his eye until they passed a 2 story home with a basketball goal and a 2 car garage. It looked perfect on the outside only hoping that the inside was just as nice. After walking inside he was amazed that this house was in his price range. Beautifully painted rooms, new carpet, a huge kitchen.
Karen Brown: Mr. Brady this home is one of the nicer ones we have seen. It has 5 bedrooms upstairs, 2 bathrooms, and a bonus room. On the main level there is a living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom, a small den, and a laundry room. There is also a finished basement with a bedroom, bathroom, small kitchen, and a living area.
Roman: How soon will they be able to move out. This is perfect. There are plenty of rooms and Philip would able to live downstairs and feel like he is on his own but still be close to his siblings. How much do they want.
Karen Brown: Amazingly they are only asking $245,000. I know you said that you had an offer on your house for $275,000 so it is less than you planned on spending. To be honest in this area I don't see you finding a better house. Oh wait let's check out the yard. I forgot to mention it has a pool and hot tub outside.
Roman: I have seen enough. I'll take it. Offer $250,000 if they can be out in a week.
Karen Brown: Let me give the realtor a call and I will get back to you.
Roman: Call me in Salem I am driving back tonight to help my kids pack.
Karen: Will do Roman. I am glad we found something so quick.
Roman: Thanks for all your help. If they agree to my price, I would like to bring my family up here on Friday if that is possible.
Karen: We can ask. I'll be in touch with you tonight.
Meanwhile back in Salem
Philip: Come on Kimberly we have to get mom's stuff done. Roman wanted it done by the time he got home. It won't be any easier if we wait.
Kimberly: Philip I already started. You are the one that won't come in here.
Philip walked in the room amazed to find almost all of their mother's clothes boxed up and labeled.
Philip: Kimberly I would have helped you.
Kimberly: I wanted some time alone. And I felt close to her in here. Do you think daddy will let me keep this picture of me and mom. I want to hang it in my room.
Philip: I'll tell you what. You go put it on your dresser and I will talk to him about it okay.
Kimberly and Philip spent the next two hours boxing her things and taking them down to the basement where Roman had asked them to put the boxes.
Philip: Well let's go start on the boys' room. So we can get to our new house and try to start over.
Kimberly: Promise me that you won't leave me.
Philip: I will always be there for you.
At the hospital, Shawn was still sitting with Belle holding her hand.
Shawn: I know you want to wake up Belle. Come on baby you can do it.
Craig: Shawn, maybe you should leave and we'll run some tests on her to see what the problem is.
Marlena: I think that is a good idea. Let's go sit in the waiting room.
John walked out of the room, followed by his wife. Shawn leaned down and kissed Belle softly on the lips.
Shawn: Please wake up Perfect Girl. I love you so much. I'm only going to go to the waitingroom so I won't be far. When you wake up, please tell the doctors that you want to see me.
Craig: You will be the first one we call. Now please step outside and I'm going to run a few tests on her.
Shawn nodded and left the room quietly. Craig called for a few nurses and doctors and they took Belle to do the tests. Finally about an hour later, Craig came out to get Belle's family.
Craig: I think I have an idea about why she isn't waking up.
Shawn: What's wrong with her? Is she going to wake up?
Craig: Belle is very underweight. Did you know that?
Marlena: I've noticed it and I've been worried about her but she seemed fine. And that isn't why she went into a coma either.
Craig: I know that but it seems that your daughter has an eating disorder and she is very underweight. That factor seems to be tying in with her not waking up.
Shawn: So you are saying that because Belle hasn't eaten in awhile that she may not wake up?
Craig: No. I'm pretty sure that she will wake up soon. But I believe her not eating has played a big part in her waiting so long to wake up. I would like to get her some help for when she does wake up because she has to eat.
Shawn: This is all my fault. If only I hadn't left her before.
Marlena: This is not your fault Shawn. Do you not blame yourself.
Craig: You can go see her if you want to.
Shawn ran to Belle's room. She looked so fragile laying in the hospital bed. He, again, took her hand.
Shawn: Belle, I love you. Please wake up.
Belle squeezed his hand and Shawn looked down to see her very slowly open her eyes. She locked eyes with him and she looked scared.
Belle: (very hoarse) Shawn?
Shawn: Belle, oh thank God you're awake. Don't try and talk. I'm going to get Craig.
Shawn flew into the hallway and yelled for Craig. Craig, Marlena, and John ran into the room.
Shawn: She just woke up.
Craig: Welcome back, Belle. You are going to be just fine now that you're awake. We are going to help you.
Belle just looked around the room confused. She remembed the shooting but she didn't feel any pain. She thought she was ok so what was Craig talking about? What was he going to help her with?
After bringing Deric home a week ago Chloe and Brady were finally able to sit down and talk about everything that was going on around them. Brady was now able to focus on his sister and being there for his family. He kissed Deric goodnight and headed to the hospital to visit with his comatose sister hoping that there had been some improvements.
Chloe: I wish I could go with you. It's just I don't feel right leaving Deric with anyone after I came so close to losing him.
Brady: It's okay. I understand I hate leaving him too. That is why I am still staying here so I can be close to the little guy.
Chloe: Brady when are we going to talk about us.
Brady: Chloe I can't deal with that right now. It's just too much. I got to go.
Chloe fell to the floor in sobs. What would it take to make Brady realize that she loved him and would never intentionally hurt him or herself ever again. Brady hurried out to his truck afraid to feel anything for Chloe again. Afraid that she would harm herself again if anything happened to him. He couldn't allow himself to be the cause of any harm coming to her. He hurried down to the hosptial trying to escape his breaking heart.
Meanwhile in St. Louis
Roman had just left the station after meeting his new police commander. It all seemed like so much to Roman. The branch he was hired into was only one of about 10 police posts in St. Louis. And his work load was huge.
Roman (To himself): Well I guess this is what I wanted. At least I will be so busy that maybe for a minute I can keep my mind off of Kate.
Roman went with a realtor to about 20 different houses and none of them caught his eye until they passed a 2 story home with a basketball goal and a 2 car garage. It looked perfect on the outside only hoping that the inside was just as nice. After walking inside he was amazed that this house was in his price range. Beautifully painted rooms, new carpet, a huge kitchen.
Karen Brown: Mr. Brady this home is one of the nicer ones we have seen. It has 5 bedrooms upstairs, 2 bathrooms, and a bonus room. On the main level there is a living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom, a small den, and a laundry room. There is also a finished basement with a bedroom, bathroom, small kitchen, and a living area.
Roman: How soon will they be able to move out. This is perfect. There are plenty of rooms and Philip would able to live downstairs and feel like he is on his own but still be close to his siblings. How much do they want.
Karen Brown: Amazingly they are only asking $245,000. I know you said that you had an offer on your house for $275,000 so it is less than you planned on spending. To be honest in this area I don't see you finding a better house. Oh wait let's check out the yard. I forgot to mention it has a pool and hot tub outside.
Roman: I have seen enough. I'll take it. Offer $250,000 if they can be out in a week.
Karen Brown: Let me give the realtor a call and I will get back to you.
Roman: Call me in Salem I am driving back tonight to help my kids pack.
Karen: Will do Roman. I am glad we found something so quick.
Roman: Thanks for all your help. If they agree to my price, I would like to bring my family up here on Friday if that is possible.
Karen: We can ask. I'll be in touch with you tonight.
Meanwhile back in Salem
Philip: Come on Kimberly we have to get mom's stuff done. Roman wanted it done by the time he got home. It won't be any easier if we wait.
Kimberly: Philip I already started. You are the one that won't come in here.
Philip walked in the room amazed to find almost all of their mother's clothes boxed up and labeled.
Philip: Kimberly I would have helped you.
Kimberly: I wanted some time alone. And I felt close to her in here. Do you think daddy will let me keep this picture of me and mom. I want to hang it in my room.
Philip: I'll tell you what. You go put it on your dresser and I will talk to him about it okay.
Kimberly and Philip spent the next two hours boxing her things and taking them down to the basement where Roman had asked them to put the boxes.
Philip: Well let's go start on the boys' room. So we can get to our new house and try to start over.
Kimberly: Promise me that you won't leave me.
Philip: I will always be there for you.
At the hospital, Shawn was still sitting with Belle holding her hand.
Shawn: I know you want to wake up Belle. Come on baby you can do it.
Craig: Shawn, maybe you should leave and we'll run some tests on her to see what the problem is.
Marlena: I think that is a good idea. Let's go sit in the waiting room.
John walked out of the room, followed by his wife. Shawn leaned down and kissed Belle softly on the lips.
Shawn: Please wake up Perfect Girl. I love you so much. I'm only going to go to the waitingroom so I won't be far. When you wake up, please tell the doctors that you want to see me.
Craig: You will be the first one we call. Now please step outside and I'm going to run a few tests on her.
Shawn nodded and left the room quietly. Craig called for a few nurses and doctors and they took Belle to do the tests. Finally about an hour later, Craig came out to get Belle's family.
Craig: I think I have an idea about why she isn't waking up.
Shawn: What's wrong with her? Is she going to wake up?
Craig: Belle is very underweight. Did you know that?
Marlena: I've noticed it and I've been worried about her but she seemed fine. And that isn't why she went into a coma either.
Craig: I know that but it seems that your daughter has an eating disorder and she is very underweight. That factor seems to be tying in with her not waking up.
Shawn: So you are saying that because Belle hasn't eaten in awhile that she may not wake up?
Craig: No. I'm pretty sure that she will wake up soon. But I believe her not eating has played a big part in her waiting so long to wake up. I would like to get her some help for when she does wake up because she has to eat.
Shawn: This is all my fault. If only I hadn't left her before.
Marlena: This is not your fault Shawn. Do you not blame yourself.
Craig: You can go see her if you want to.
Shawn ran to Belle's room. She looked so fragile laying in the hospital bed. He, again, took her hand.
Shawn: Belle, I love you. Please wake up.
Belle squeezed his hand and Shawn looked down to see her very slowly open her eyes. She locked eyes with him and she looked scared.
Belle: (very hoarse) Shawn?
Shawn: Belle, oh thank God you're awake. Don't try and talk. I'm going to get Craig.
Shawn flew into the hallway and yelled for Craig. Craig, Marlena, and John ran into the room.
Shawn: She just woke up.
Craig: Welcome back, Belle. You are going to be just fine now that you're awake. We are going to help you.
Belle just looked around the room confused. She remembed the shooting but she didn't feel any pain. She thought she was ok so what was Craig talking about? What was he going to help her with?