A/N: I am so sorry! I seem to be saying that quite a lot actually. I honestly was going to update last weekend, but, well long story short, a minor breakdown and quite a large relapse. But things are getting better now, and I remembered about this, so here's your next update!
The office was silent for several minutes as Serena processed everything that Zosia had said. It was obvious the young doctor needed help, but Serena didn't know how to deal with this situation. Then something Zosia had said gave her an idea. "Zosia, you need help, I'm sure you can see that for yourself. Would you like me to find Collette for you?" After what seemed like a lot of consideration, Zosia gave a small nod. "Okay, stay here, I'll be back soon." Serena stood and had just reached the door when she heard Zosia.
"Stay, please." She didn't know why she said it. If she was being honest with herself, she didn't know why she had told Serena anything. But all she knew now was that she didn't want to be alone. Serena turned round to look at her in confusion. Zosia took a deep breath and tried again. "Please don't leave me on my own, I…" A choked sob interrupted her, and she stopped speaking so she had a chance to compose herself. She wasn't going to break down in front of the consultant, she wouldn't let herself.
Serena sighed in understanding and shook her head at her own stupidity. Of course she shouldn't leave Zosia on her own. She walked over to the young woman and put a hand on her shoulder in a comforting gesture. "I'm sorry Zosia, I wasn't thinking properly. I'll ring AAU and see if she's there." Serena went over to her desk and sat down as she picked up her phone and rang AAU, all the time studying Zosia. It was obvious she was trying to hold it together, but Serena could tell she wasn't going to manage for much longer. Her thoughts were interrupted by a voice from the phone. "Ah Mr DiLucca, it's Ms Campbell here … No, nothing's wrong, I was just wondering if Collette was down there ... Ah, well if she's not too busy, could you tell her I'd like to speak to her please … Yes now … My office … Alright, thank you Raf. Goodbye." Serena put the phone down and then turned to see Zosia watching her. "Collette will be here soon. In the meantime, do you want another drink?" Not even waiting for an answer, Serena walked over to the kettle she kept in her office and made Zosia another cup of tea.