Hey, Sorry for the wait, this week has been a total hassle and I'm kind of depressed which makes writing something good, extremely hard. Also I couldn't think of what to right for the longest time and to tell the truth I'm still not quite sure. So any ways before I start up the story just wanted to say thanks to all those who reviewed.
GOLDANGLE2~ you are truly inspiriting. I love all your works and your so helpful please keep writing, thank-you.
HAWK SAGE~ Thank-you so much for reviewing it means allot to me; you are one of a kind.
JEN23~your Speed Racer stories are what inspired me to even start writing fan fiction. I want to thank-you so much; I'm so glad you like my stories.
RACHELCOOPER~ LOL I had no clue I was making a Cliffhanger, your, stories are great I can't wait to see if you right a Speed Racer story, and thanks for the wish of luck it really helped I'm so happy I was able to get a B on my project, thank-you :)
OK well now that that is done why don't we start the story, shall we?
The lights were dimmed while the pale light of the moon shone through the glass window. One body was seen lying on a bed, still and stiff, near by you could see another form, coming to sit by the bed. The boy gently grasped the right hand of the still figure. As he leaned closer to her ear, the boy started to whisper and talk to the girl.
"Hey, there baby, how are you? I just got back from talking to the doctor, he says there gonna hire Ms. Kay, and guess what Pop's is going to pay for it along with the racing commissioner. Your going to be ok, Ms. Kay can help you, and your going to be fine" It seemed Speed was saying this more to help himself then the girl beside him though he had a strong face on it was easy to see the signs of crying along his handsome face.
As Speed sat there holding Trixie's hand the events that had happened in the last two days since her awakening came flooding back, consuming his thoughts.
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"Trixie? Trix hold on I'll be right there. Speed desperately tried to reach his love, pushing and shoving past the frantic nurses, "let me in, I need to see her, she's calling for me get out of the way." Finally with one last shove Speed made it to the uncomfortable bed, where his bawling girlfriend sat trying her best to pull the tight bandages off her lovely face.
Speed embraced her without thinking and started to kiss her red lips. Trixie's screaming ruined the moment as she savagely pushed away from Speed. "Don't touch me, who are you? What's wrong with me? Get away from me" Speed stumbled back not expecting the outburst. His face turned to shame as he realized what had happened. He had unknowingly scared Trixie, and in doing so made her even more frantic, with the unwelcome felling of violation.
Speed immediately set out to fix his wrong doing, "Trixie, baby, it's me, Speed. I'm sorry I scared you, I'm just so happy that you're awake baby. Oh, god you'll never know how worried I was. I'm so glad you're alright." Speed finished his speech and watched his love's reaction.
Trixie sat for a moment taking in the familiar sound of Speeds voice, her sniffs and sobs turned into quiet hiccups as her back hunched down. Speed was afraid that she hadn't heard him. As he was about to speak again Trixie started to sob all over again. "Oh, Speed what's happened to me? Why can't I see? I want to see you Speed." Speed gently wrapped his arms around her torso, whispering her name so that she new it was him. "I'm so sorry Speed, I shouldn't have pushed you away."
Speed tightened his hold on her and leaned down to her ear. "No Trixie, you did the right thing, you don't know were you are or who all these people are, I'm the one who was wrong, and a matter of fact, the next time I kiss you without you knowing it's me, I want you to slap me" At this Trixie tensed.
"Speed why?" Trixie's question was about to be answered as they were interrupted. The nurses spread out to allow the man inside. He wore a white over coat with black slacks. He smiled curtly at Speed who was now looking him over, as to figure out what he was doing in Trixie's room. Trixie herself hadn't even noticed anything different. "Speed?"
Speed looked down at her and squeezed her hand letting her know he was still there. "I hope I'm not interrupting anything." The mans voice was deep and hollow making Trixie jump in surprise at the sudden invasion of privacy.
"Who's there?" Trixie's voice wavered with the slightest bit of fear, Speed had picked up on it immediately, and he started to rock her soothing her mind.
"I'm sorry miss. Let me introduce myself, my name is Doctor Marshall, I'm here to take some tests and see if your blindness is permanent." Trixie took a quick intake of breath tensing up her muscles. The thought that she was blind had crossed her mind, though she had pushed it away without a second thought. "We will be taking the tests this evening and tomorrow morning, I just came to tell you little about them."
As soon as that was said Pops and Mom Racer came into the room, "Trixie dear, oh how are you? Are you alright?" Mom Racer embraced the frightened girl as tears of joy filled her eyes.
"We were all worried about you, Spritle and Chim-Chim wanted to come visit too, but when we told them that Chim-Chim couldn't come inside the hospital they just sulked, their with Sparky now, they'll be hear tomorrow." Pop's came over to her bedside and took Trixie's hand.
"Good you're all hear, now why don't I tell you about the tests." Once again the doctor interrupted, gaining everyone's attention. After he explained the tests, which sounded both simple and complex, Mom Racer took the initiative.
"All of these tests are safe and won't put Trixie into any trouble correct?" At the thought of Trixie being put into more trouble, Speed looked on at his mother in horror, the idea of these tests being harmful never even crossed his mind.
"I assure you Mrs. Racer, all of these tests are guaranteed to turn out with Trixie perfectly fine. She may be tired or drained afterwards but that is completely normal, and nothing to worry about."
Trixie stayed quiet throughout the ordeal, processing what he had said. "Are you sure that I am blind?" The question came suddenly and unexpectedly. Everyone turned his or her eyes to Trixie. She however, remained unfazed and continued her questions of denial. "I mean with these bandages, no one could hope to see, what makes you think that I'm blind if you don't give me a chance to look around?" Speed stared at Trixie unsure of what to think.
"I'm sorry miss, but we are sure that you are indeed blind, though as I explained these tests will help us see if it is permanent, and if you can see colors." At his last remark Pop's frowned and walked up to him.
Now hold on, if Trixie is blind doesn't that mean that she can't see anything, why would she be able to see colors?" Pop's had gotten up close to the doctors face, looking into his eyes, as if looking for evidence of lies.
"It's quite simple Mr. Racer, Some of the blind population, can see colors, some can only see bright colors, while others can see only blue, brown, and black and then there are those who can't see any colors at all." Speed looked at the doctor with hope taking Trixie's hand he asked a simple but wishful question.
"So if Trix can see colors does that mean she'll get her sight back?" Speed was looking at the doctor, hoping beyond hope that he would here the right answer to his question. Trixie beside him sat tense just looking in the general direction of the doctor's voice, though she was far off from the actual spot he was in.
The doctor looked at both of them regrettably, "unfortunately, no it does not mean anything of the sort, it just means that you can see the colors around you, which is still very important." Everyone's shoulders slumped as the room filled with silence.
"Yes well, your first test will be in a half hour, No fluids until 20 min after the test." No one looked up at him, or even acknowledged him so the doctor left leaving instructions for one of the nurses. Before he was fully outside the door and out of earshot, a silent tight voice, called out her appreciation in the very simple word thank-you. He silently smiled to himself and started down the hall.
Mom Racer was the first one to come to terms with the Doctors words, as she raised herself out of the chair and came over to Trixie. "Dear, don't you worry, I'm sure the tests will be painless, and everything will turn out to be fine." She ran her hand over Trixie's face, "After you get released from the hospital, you'll come and live with us, at least until you regain your sight." Trixie was about to object while Speed stared, shell shocked at his mother's words. "No Trixie, I wont take no for an answer, we have that extra room, and I won't leave you alone in your house after something like this." Mom Racer patted Trixie's hand, "Everything will be fine, you, just wait and see"
Trixie couldn't handle it anymore; she started to cry as her arms searched for the Racer family Matriarch. Mom Racer bent down and hugged the poor girl her son loved.
"What if I never see again? I can't stay in your house forever, I'm too much of a burden." Trixie started to sob again. Leaning into the embrace for support.
"If that does happen, I assure you Trixie we'll help every way possible, and don't you worry the blind can live perfectly normal lives. What's this about you being a burden, who ever cave you that idea? Whoever it is I have a mind to give them a bopping over the head, your nothing but an angel with a mind of your own."
Trixie had been touched by Mom Racer's words, sniffing every other moment she hugged her boyfriend's mother yet again. Pop's came over to Trixie, putting his hand on her shoulder.
"Mom is right you know, your welcome to stay with us for as long as you want, the only rule I have is that you and Speed stay clean, got that son" Pop's eyes were now directed to his son, who was a bright crimson red, as was Trixie. "Well, we better be getting back to Spritle and Chim-Chim, who knows what trouble there causing for Sparky?" Pops took his wife's hand, "Now listen Trixie, don't you be scared about those tests, there only here to helping you. We'll be back bright and early, Take care."
"Oh and Trixie dear, don't eat anything tomorrow morning, I'm going to make you a home, made breakfast" Mom Racer instructed as she headed outside the room.
The room regained it's previous quiet atmosphere, Trixie had begun to think Speed had left her there alone, she all of a sudden became very scared, taking deep breaths she called out to him, "Speed?"
"Yeah baby, I'm here, sorry I didn't speak up before, I was just thinking is all." Speeds words were quiet it was clear that he was still in deep thought. Trixie felt arms around her waist and leaned into their familiar warmth. Speed placed his chin atop her forehead, rocking her gently to a tune she had begun to hum.
It hadn't felt as if time had gone by while they were in their own secret world, and Trixie had begun to fall asleep. "Excuse me, but were supposed to take the young lady to the testing labs," Speed looked up to see three young men with one of those beds on wheels outside the door. He of course noticed how the one who had spoken was looking at the gorgeous face of his girlfriend and became very protective, knowing she could not fend them off if they were to try anything.
"I wan to come" Speed spoke with a strong voice, showing clearly that he did not like these men. That fact alone was enough to make Trixie wonder, she was about to speak though another beat her to it.
"I'm sorry sir, but you have to stay here or in the waiting room, hospital rules, I don't make em' only enforce em'." The man again spoke with noticeable rudeness and arrogance. It took much persuasion though finally Speed allowed them to take Trixie while he waited.
"Yes, I do charge by the month, no late fees excepted unless you absolutely have no way to pay, and you have a plan as to when I would be paid." The voice Trixie heard was gentle yet it held a strong sound to it.
"I understand that, and paying won't be a problem. I just want to know how much you would be working with Trixie?" The voice was of Pops Racer, with him around Trixie felt a bit better. She wanted to hear more of what they were talking about, so she kept herself in the mask of sleep.
"I will be with her 24/7 at first, and as time passes she will learn to do things on her own."
"How will you be with her? She's going to be living with us, what you planning to do, come stay with us too?" Pop's voice rose slightly he obviously did not like that idea at all. Although, Trixie did not, know why.
"It would make things easier, and I could watch over her while you go about your own life."
"We do have that extra space in the garage. We could make it into a room," Trixie was surprised to hear Mom Racer's voice. She decided to open her eyes, though when she did, she could only see blackness.
"I suppose that could work" I Pop's reply as he walked over to the window, "Though both Speed and Trixie have to agree, we won't be doing anything that Trixie doesn't feel comfortable doing. Is that understood, Ms. Kay?" Pops had a protective tone to his voice, as he finished explaining their decision.
"Perfectly, Mr. Racer" was the only reply heard. The sudden jerk from the bed snapped everyone out of their conversation.
"Trixie, oh dear are you awake, Speed will be so happy to hear you're alright, how is your head feeling? The doctor said you may have a bit of a headache." Mom Racer came over to the bedside and wrapped her arms around the frightened girl.
"I do have a bit of pain, though I've felt worse. Where's Speed?" Trixie's voice was quiet with hidden pain.
"I'm sorry dear, he had to go talk to the racing commissioner about the accident, you know how they like to keep records of that kind of stuff." Mom Racer stroked Trixie's hair comfortingly, "Spritle went with him."
"Hello, Trixie My name is Ms. Charlotte Kay, I was called by your doctor, to come and see if you would want my help." Trixie felt her hand being picked up and gently shook. It had surprised her though she soon grew used to the familiar to the touch.
"You just woke up so you don't have to decide anything yet, honey don't worry about it." Mom Racer consulted the young now crippled girl she cherished.
Trixie took a deep breath, she had faced many difficulties before in her life, surely she could handle this one, perhaps even better than others. All she had to do was get a little bit of help now, and soon everything would be easier.
"I really don't see the point in waiting to make this decision, actually I don't see anything at all" The last remark had brought the room to a silent stand still until she continued. "If Speed agrees then I suppose I have no objection to your help Mss. Kay." Trixie finished her decision with those last words. Everyone was quiet thinking of the decision she had made.
"Well then alright, I'm going to see if your test results are back yet, you should relax. Would you like me to ask the nurse if she can bring you any medicine for the pain?" Charlotte waited patiently for the answer. Trixie only managed a small nod, feeling tired, and lonely in the dark.
Charlotte left the room and headed down the long white hallway. Pops and Mom Racer stayed with Trixie trying to talk about anything that came to mind, though Trixie kept quiet not showing any response. About an hour later, Trixie once again fell into the land of dreams, Forgetting about what was happening.
"Hi Mom, how is she?" Speed had a placed face on as he spoke emotionlessly. He walked up to Trixie's bed and stroked her face.
"She woke up, this afternoon, she met Ms. Kay, now it's up to you, if your father hires her or not, Trixie made it clear that you had an opinion is this."
"Did they take her last test?" Speed seemed only interested in Trixie's covered eyes.
"Yes, they woke her up for it, she just came back from there about 20 minutes ago." Mom Racer got up from her seat and walked up to her son. "You need to meet Ms. Kay, Trixie really wants and needs your help with this son, why don't I go see if I can find her, while you stay here." Speed curtly nodded and allowed his mother to leave.
"Trix, I went and talked about the accident to some people, and gods it was so hard to talk about it, and you know what, I found out that it's all my fault that you got hurt. I mean if you hadn't gone ahead like I asked you too, or maybe if I had stayed outside the tunnel a little longer, none of this would of happened I'm so sorry baby, I promise I'll find a way to make you better, I promise." Speed's eyes filled with tears, as he announced is accusation.
"No Speed, you're wrong, I would have gone ahead anyways, there was nothing you could do." Trixie's gentle voice filled the quiet room, as she grasped Speed's had which had been placed on her face.
"Trixie, Oh god baby, I'm so sorry, the race was going so groovy that I didn't think anything was going to go wrong." Speed wrapped his arms around her torso and gently kissed her for head, "I love you so much, never do something like that to me again, ok?"
"Oh Speed I love you too, and don't worry about me, I'll be fine" Trixie tried her best to keep a strong voice, though it was breaking. Speed and Trixie stayed that way for about an hour, even after Trixie went numb in his arms, Speed rocked her back and forth in his strong arms.
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"Mr. Speed, excuse me though I thought it would be appropriate to tell you that I am heading over to your house, to get settled, Tomorrow I would like to have a bit of time to get to know Trixie" Ms. Kay's voice echoed through the dark room. She waited only a few minutes for the reply.
"Alright, well see you tomorrow then, and Mss. Kay, Thank-you for everything." Speed looked into the elder ladies face showing his appreciation.
OK well that's that chapter, sorry it took so long, I really had no clue as to what to write, though I have an idea for the next chapter, I think it will be about, well, you'll just have to wait and see. Have a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukah, and Happy Kwanza. LOL ok if I missed any, I'm sorry, Happy New Years, I'll try to get the next chapter out before that though no promises.
Kieri Norou
GOLDANGLE2~ you are truly inspiriting. I love all your works and your so helpful please keep writing, thank-you.
HAWK SAGE~ Thank-you so much for reviewing it means allot to me; you are one of a kind.
JEN23~your Speed Racer stories are what inspired me to even start writing fan fiction. I want to thank-you so much; I'm so glad you like my stories.
RACHELCOOPER~ LOL I had no clue I was making a Cliffhanger, your, stories are great I can't wait to see if you right a Speed Racer story, and thanks for the wish of luck it really helped I'm so happy I was able to get a B on my project, thank-you :)
OK well now that that is done why don't we start the story, shall we?
The lights were dimmed while the pale light of the moon shone through the glass window. One body was seen lying on a bed, still and stiff, near by you could see another form, coming to sit by the bed. The boy gently grasped the right hand of the still figure. As he leaned closer to her ear, the boy started to whisper and talk to the girl.
"Hey, there baby, how are you? I just got back from talking to the doctor, he says there gonna hire Ms. Kay, and guess what Pop's is going to pay for it along with the racing commissioner. Your going to be ok, Ms. Kay can help you, and your going to be fine" It seemed Speed was saying this more to help himself then the girl beside him though he had a strong face on it was easy to see the signs of crying along his handsome face.
As Speed sat there holding Trixie's hand the events that had happened in the last two days since her awakening came flooding back, consuming his thoughts.
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"Trixie? Trix hold on I'll be right there. Speed desperately tried to reach his love, pushing and shoving past the frantic nurses, "let me in, I need to see her, she's calling for me get out of the way." Finally with one last shove Speed made it to the uncomfortable bed, where his bawling girlfriend sat trying her best to pull the tight bandages off her lovely face.
Speed embraced her without thinking and started to kiss her red lips. Trixie's screaming ruined the moment as she savagely pushed away from Speed. "Don't touch me, who are you? What's wrong with me? Get away from me" Speed stumbled back not expecting the outburst. His face turned to shame as he realized what had happened. He had unknowingly scared Trixie, and in doing so made her even more frantic, with the unwelcome felling of violation.
Speed immediately set out to fix his wrong doing, "Trixie, baby, it's me, Speed. I'm sorry I scared you, I'm just so happy that you're awake baby. Oh, god you'll never know how worried I was. I'm so glad you're alright." Speed finished his speech and watched his love's reaction.
Trixie sat for a moment taking in the familiar sound of Speeds voice, her sniffs and sobs turned into quiet hiccups as her back hunched down. Speed was afraid that she hadn't heard him. As he was about to speak again Trixie started to sob all over again. "Oh, Speed what's happened to me? Why can't I see? I want to see you Speed." Speed gently wrapped his arms around her torso, whispering her name so that she new it was him. "I'm so sorry Speed, I shouldn't have pushed you away."
Speed tightened his hold on her and leaned down to her ear. "No Trixie, you did the right thing, you don't know were you are or who all these people are, I'm the one who was wrong, and a matter of fact, the next time I kiss you without you knowing it's me, I want you to slap me" At this Trixie tensed.
"Speed why?" Trixie's question was about to be answered as they were interrupted. The nurses spread out to allow the man inside. He wore a white over coat with black slacks. He smiled curtly at Speed who was now looking him over, as to figure out what he was doing in Trixie's room. Trixie herself hadn't even noticed anything different. "Speed?"
Speed looked down at her and squeezed her hand letting her know he was still there. "I hope I'm not interrupting anything." The mans voice was deep and hollow making Trixie jump in surprise at the sudden invasion of privacy.
"Who's there?" Trixie's voice wavered with the slightest bit of fear, Speed had picked up on it immediately, and he started to rock her soothing her mind.
"I'm sorry miss. Let me introduce myself, my name is Doctor Marshall, I'm here to take some tests and see if your blindness is permanent." Trixie took a quick intake of breath tensing up her muscles. The thought that she was blind had crossed her mind, though she had pushed it away without a second thought. "We will be taking the tests this evening and tomorrow morning, I just came to tell you little about them."
As soon as that was said Pops and Mom Racer came into the room, "Trixie dear, oh how are you? Are you alright?" Mom Racer embraced the frightened girl as tears of joy filled her eyes.
"We were all worried about you, Spritle and Chim-Chim wanted to come visit too, but when we told them that Chim-Chim couldn't come inside the hospital they just sulked, their with Sparky now, they'll be hear tomorrow." Pop's came over to her bedside and took Trixie's hand.
"Good you're all hear, now why don't I tell you about the tests." Once again the doctor interrupted, gaining everyone's attention. After he explained the tests, which sounded both simple and complex, Mom Racer took the initiative.
"All of these tests are safe and won't put Trixie into any trouble correct?" At the thought of Trixie being put into more trouble, Speed looked on at his mother in horror, the idea of these tests being harmful never even crossed his mind.
"I assure you Mrs. Racer, all of these tests are guaranteed to turn out with Trixie perfectly fine. She may be tired or drained afterwards but that is completely normal, and nothing to worry about."
Trixie stayed quiet throughout the ordeal, processing what he had said. "Are you sure that I am blind?" The question came suddenly and unexpectedly. Everyone turned his or her eyes to Trixie. She however, remained unfazed and continued her questions of denial. "I mean with these bandages, no one could hope to see, what makes you think that I'm blind if you don't give me a chance to look around?" Speed stared at Trixie unsure of what to think.
"I'm sorry miss, but we are sure that you are indeed blind, though as I explained these tests will help us see if it is permanent, and if you can see colors." At his last remark Pop's frowned and walked up to him.
Now hold on, if Trixie is blind doesn't that mean that she can't see anything, why would she be able to see colors?" Pop's had gotten up close to the doctors face, looking into his eyes, as if looking for evidence of lies.
"It's quite simple Mr. Racer, Some of the blind population, can see colors, some can only see bright colors, while others can see only blue, brown, and black and then there are those who can't see any colors at all." Speed looked at the doctor with hope taking Trixie's hand he asked a simple but wishful question.
"So if Trix can see colors does that mean she'll get her sight back?" Speed was looking at the doctor, hoping beyond hope that he would here the right answer to his question. Trixie beside him sat tense just looking in the general direction of the doctor's voice, though she was far off from the actual spot he was in.
The doctor looked at both of them regrettably, "unfortunately, no it does not mean anything of the sort, it just means that you can see the colors around you, which is still very important." Everyone's shoulders slumped as the room filled with silence.
"Yes well, your first test will be in a half hour, No fluids until 20 min after the test." No one looked up at him, or even acknowledged him so the doctor left leaving instructions for one of the nurses. Before he was fully outside the door and out of earshot, a silent tight voice, called out her appreciation in the very simple word thank-you. He silently smiled to himself and started down the hall.
Mom Racer was the first one to come to terms with the Doctors words, as she raised herself out of the chair and came over to Trixie. "Dear, don't you worry, I'm sure the tests will be painless, and everything will turn out to be fine." She ran her hand over Trixie's face, "After you get released from the hospital, you'll come and live with us, at least until you regain your sight." Trixie was about to object while Speed stared, shell shocked at his mother's words. "No Trixie, I wont take no for an answer, we have that extra room, and I won't leave you alone in your house after something like this." Mom Racer patted Trixie's hand, "Everything will be fine, you, just wait and see"
Trixie couldn't handle it anymore; she started to cry as her arms searched for the Racer family Matriarch. Mom Racer bent down and hugged the poor girl her son loved.
"What if I never see again? I can't stay in your house forever, I'm too much of a burden." Trixie started to sob again. Leaning into the embrace for support.
"If that does happen, I assure you Trixie we'll help every way possible, and don't you worry the blind can live perfectly normal lives. What's this about you being a burden, who ever cave you that idea? Whoever it is I have a mind to give them a bopping over the head, your nothing but an angel with a mind of your own."
Trixie had been touched by Mom Racer's words, sniffing every other moment she hugged her boyfriend's mother yet again. Pop's came over to Trixie, putting his hand on her shoulder.
"Mom is right you know, your welcome to stay with us for as long as you want, the only rule I have is that you and Speed stay clean, got that son" Pop's eyes were now directed to his son, who was a bright crimson red, as was Trixie. "Well, we better be getting back to Spritle and Chim-Chim, who knows what trouble there causing for Sparky?" Pops took his wife's hand, "Now listen Trixie, don't you be scared about those tests, there only here to helping you. We'll be back bright and early, Take care."
"Oh and Trixie dear, don't eat anything tomorrow morning, I'm going to make you a home, made breakfast" Mom Racer instructed as she headed outside the room.
The room regained it's previous quiet atmosphere, Trixie had begun to think Speed had left her there alone, she all of a sudden became very scared, taking deep breaths she called out to him, "Speed?"
"Yeah baby, I'm here, sorry I didn't speak up before, I was just thinking is all." Speeds words were quiet it was clear that he was still in deep thought. Trixie felt arms around her waist and leaned into their familiar warmth. Speed placed his chin atop her forehead, rocking her gently to a tune she had begun to hum.
It hadn't felt as if time had gone by while they were in their own secret world, and Trixie had begun to fall asleep. "Excuse me, but were supposed to take the young lady to the testing labs," Speed looked up to see three young men with one of those beds on wheels outside the door. He of course noticed how the one who had spoken was looking at the gorgeous face of his girlfriend and became very protective, knowing she could not fend them off if they were to try anything.
"I wan to come" Speed spoke with a strong voice, showing clearly that he did not like these men. That fact alone was enough to make Trixie wonder, she was about to speak though another beat her to it.
"I'm sorry sir, but you have to stay here or in the waiting room, hospital rules, I don't make em' only enforce em'." The man again spoke with noticeable rudeness and arrogance. It took much persuasion though finally Speed allowed them to take Trixie while he waited.
"Yes, I do charge by the month, no late fees excepted unless you absolutely have no way to pay, and you have a plan as to when I would be paid." The voice Trixie heard was gentle yet it held a strong sound to it.
"I understand that, and paying won't be a problem. I just want to know how much you would be working with Trixie?" The voice was of Pops Racer, with him around Trixie felt a bit better. She wanted to hear more of what they were talking about, so she kept herself in the mask of sleep.
"I will be with her 24/7 at first, and as time passes she will learn to do things on her own."
"How will you be with her? She's going to be living with us, what you planning to do, come stay with us too?" Pop's voice rose slightly he obviously did not like that idea at all. Although, Trixie did not, know why.
"It would make things easier, and I could watch over her while you go about your own life."
"We do have that extra space in the garage. We could make it into a room," Trixie was surprised to hear Mom Racer's voice. She decided to open her eyes, though when she did, she could only see blackness.
"I suppose that could work" I Pop's reply as he walked over to the window, "Though both Speed and Trixie have to agree, we won't be doing anything that Trixie doesn't feel comfortable doing. Is that understood, Ms. Kay?" Pops had a protective tone to his voice, as he finished explaining their decision.
"Perfectly, Mr. Racer" was the only reply heard. The sudden jerk from the bed snapped everyone out of their conversation.
"Trixie, oh dear are you awake, Speed will be so happy to hear you're alright, how is your head feeling? The doctor said you may have a bit of a headache." Mom Racer came over to the bedside and wrapped her arms around the frightened girl.
"I do have a bit of pain, though I've felt worse. Where's Speed?" Trixie's voice was quiet with hidden pain.
"I'm sorry dear, he had to go talk to the racing commissioner about the accident, you know how they like to keep records of that kind of stuff." Mom Racer stroked Trixie's hair comfortingly, "Spritle went with him."
"Hello, Trixie My name is Ms. Charlotte Kay, I was called by your doctor, to come and see if you would want my help." Trixie felt her hand being picked up and gently shook. It had surprised her though she soon grew used to the familiar to the touch.
"You just woke up so you don't have to decide anything yet, honey don't worry about it." Mom Racer consulted the young now crippled girl she cherished.
Trixie took a deep breath, she had faced many difficulties before in her life, surely she could handle this one, perhaps even better than others. All she had to do was get a little bit of help now, and soon everything would be easier.
"I really don't see the point in waiting to make this decision, actually I don't see anything at all" The last remark had brought the room to a silent stand still until she continued. "If Speed agrees then I suppose I have no objection to your help Mss. Kay." Trixie finished her decision with those last words. Everyone was quiet thinking of the decision she had made.
"Well then alright, I'm going to see if your test results are back yet, you should relax. Would you like me to ask the nurse if she can bring you any medicine for the pain?" Charlotte waited patiently for the answer. Trixie only managed a small nod, feeling tired, and lonely in the dark.
Charlotte left the room and headed down the long white hallway. Pops and Mom Racer stayed with Trixie trying to talk about anything that came to mind, though Trixie kept quiet not showing any response. About an hour later, Trixie once again fell into the land of dreams, Forgetting about what was happening.
"Hi Mom, how is she?" Speed had a placed face on as he spoke emotionlessly. He walked up to Trixie's bed and stroked her face.
"She woke up, this afternoon, she met Ms. Kay, now it's up to you, if your father hires her or not, Trixie made it clear that you had an opinion is this."
"Did they take her last test?" Speed seemed only interested in Trixie's covered eyes.
"Yes, they woke her up for it, she just came back from there about 20 minutes ago." Mom Racer got up from her seat and walked up to her son. "You need to meet Ms. Kay, Trixie really wants and needs your help with this son, why don't I go see if I can find her, while you stay here." Speed curtly nodded and allowed his mother to leave.
"Trix, I went and talked about the accident to some people, and gods it was so hard to talk about it, and you know what, I found out that it's all my fault that you got hurt. I mean if you hadn't gone ahead like I asked you too, or maybe if I had stayed outside the tunnel a little longer, none of this would of happened I'm so sorry baby, I promise I'll find a way to make you better, I promise." Speed's eyes filled with tears, as he announced is accusation.
"No Speed, you're wrong, I would have gone ahead anyways, there was nothing you could do." Trixie's gentle voice filled the quiet room, as she grasped Speed's had which had been placed on her face.
"Trixie, Oh god baby, I'm so sorry, the race was going so groovy that I didn't think anything was going to go wrong." Speed wrapped his arms around her torso and gently kissed her for head, "I love you so much, never do something like that to me again, ok?"
"Oh Speed I love you too, and don't worry about me, I'll be fine" Trixie tried her best to keep a strong voice, though it was breaking. Speed and Trixie stayed that way for about an hour, even after Trixie went numb in his arms, Speed rocked her back and forth in his strong arms.
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"Mr. Speed, excuse me though I thought it would be appropriate to tell you that I am heading over to your house, to get settled, Tomorrow I would like to have a bit of time to get to know Trixie" Ms. Kay's voice echoed through the dark room. She waited only a few minutes for the reply.
"Alright, well see you tomorrow then, and Mss. Kay, Thank-you for everything." Speed looked into the elder ladies face showing his appreciation.
OK well that's that chapter, sorry it took so long, I really had no clue as to what to write, though I have an idea for the next chapter, I think it will be about, well, you'll just have to wait and see. Have a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukah, and Happy Kwanza. LOL ok if I missed any, I'm sorry, Happy New Years, I'll try to get the next chapter out before that though no promises.
Kieri Norou