"Hey, Aizawa. Can we talk for a bit in private?" Fujikawa whispers to me just as I was finishing my rounds. I gave a curt nod before turning into the staff resting room. Fujikawa always tries to lighten the mood of the place, for him to do this it has got to be serious. I felt a headache coming on. It's been about 3 weeks since I was made temporary staff leader and dealing with the personal relations is not my strong suit.

"Did something happen during the flight mission this morning?" I question as I lean against the wall. We've all noticed the subtle hesitance in Haitani ever since he returned. I figured over time he'll learn to get over it, and if anything went wrong the senior could deal with it. But there was a certain delay in relaying information today. I figured something must have happened on site.

"It's Haitani, he's been hesitating during missions. Today he didn't have the confidence to give his own assessment on the patient. I know we want to give him time to overcome this fear, but what if something major happens. We can only do so much alone. I think it's better if you talk to him. "He says as gentle as he could. Ah, if Fujikawa is saying this, things must have really been hard today. Because just like Shiraishi, Fujikawa give chances. I let out a sigh that betrays my emotions, he lets out laugh before gently patting my shoulder.

"This responsibility now rests on your shoulders. Thank god they didn't ask me to substitute." I glared at him.

"Maybe you should have, you've been working in the department longer then I have. Also, I'm never one to give good talks. Now it's part of my job." I countered. I can't handle this much longer. I inform Fujikawa that I'll talk to Haitani later. Just as I was leaving the room, Fujikawa calls out.

"Be kind and gentle towards him, don't scare him off because you know you'll do that." He's right, I would end up doing that. Yokomine cries when I'm giving her my thoughts. Natori doesn't care, I've not actually handled Haitani personally before. I rub my fingers together knowing that whatever is coming won't end well. I caught Haitani exiting the operation centre and motions him to follow me. Not noticing that Tachibana-sensei spots what I did and follows. Just get straight to the point I thought to myself. The quicker this is, the lesser our troubles.

"I've heard from Fujikawa about today morning. The seniors have all noticed what's happening, do you want to explain yourself? "I waited for his reply. Is my presence too daunting for him? He's not spoken since we entered the room, neither have he looked up. Maybe I already started the conversation too strongly. The thoughts of how every other senior would have done a better job enters my mind. Shiraishi's right, I have a sharp tongue. Maybe too sharp to lead a team. My train of thoughts was cut short when I heard a whimper from Haitani.

"Aizawa-sensei, I can't go on doing this. I don't think I'm fit to be flight doctor. Ever since I've started, I've only brought trouble. I understand the instructions given but I'm not fast enough. I shake so much that I can't draw blood without trying again. I panic over everything, and waste time double checking everything. Lifesaving is about speed, Flight doctor is about precision. I have none of those traits. Every time I run up towards the helicopter, all I think about it Shiraishi-sensei. How she's not running beside me, how she'll never run again. Every time I'm on site, all I think about it how I fainted and cause Shiraishi-sensei to do the heavy lifting. All I think about is how she's no longer around. Aizawa-sensei, Please, take me off the helicopter. I don't want to cause even more trouble then I already have." Haitani cries out, he curls into himself giving the impression that he's smaller then he already is. Just as I was about to speak up, a voice rang out behind me.

"I understand Haitani. I've heard you, and you have my approval." I turn around only to see Tachibana-sensei standing by the door.

"Aizawa, make the necessary arrangements after this. But listen closely Haitani, I want you to know that I'm not doing this because I believe you aren't suited to be a flight doctor. I believe it takes time. Every single senior here has been through a hard time during their fellowship. They've raised above their challenges and emerged better than ever. One day, maybe not in the near future, but one day you will too. I'll take you off the flight missions, but I want you to shadow me from now on. Wherever I go, whatever I do. Every team needs a supporting personal. Since you don't want to be the lead fighter, then I'll train you to be one of the best supporters. Prove to me, Aizawa and everyone here that you are capable. Prove to Shiraishi that she didn't throw away her future just to watch you give up. But most importantly, prove to yourself that you are better then who you thought you were. You've gathered so much experience through the course of your fellowship, this is the last obstacle. Power through this. Do you understand?" Tachibana-sensei leans towards Haitani, his voice coated with seriousness and encouragement. Haitani doesn't reply, instead he nods his head, sitting slightly straighter.

"Now go and check on the patients, I want to have a word with Aizawa alone." Tachibana instructs him. After Haitani left, I let go of the tension in my shoulders.

"It's not easy, is it? Being too hard and you'll scare him off. Being too gentle and he won't learn. Don't be too hard on yourself Aizawa, everyone have their own strengths. I know you are thinking that you aren't fit to be the leader, but you are doing fine." Tachibana-sensei tells me as he places his hand on my shoulder.

"Why did you choose me? Fujikawa has been here longer, he's been with the fellows longer then I have. He's kinder, nicer. He reads the atmosphere better. Why didn't you make him staff leader?" I asked. This isn't like me, I usually take what comes at me with a sense of pride. But the thought of nurturing new fellows into doctors frightens me. From where I was seated I could see a smile cracking on Tachibana-sensei's face.

"You know, Shiraishi is right. You have a sharp tongue. You are crude in your comments and don't give allowances to the fellows. You remind me an awful lot of Kuroda-sensei. When he was solely in charge of Doctor Heli, he never allowed any fellows to get on. There was a long streak of years without any passing flight doctors. He rarely gave praises, he was the toughest challenge to overcome. Yet, he chose to sacrifice his career to save a fellow. When I heard the news, I couldn't believe it. When I arrive here in Shohoku, and finally saw Shiraishi in action, all of you in action. I finally understood why he did it. Each and every one of you have your own strength. While one lacks in something, someone else excels in it. This team is a well-oiled machine that works. I often think that coming here was the best decision I've ever made. Shiraishi lead this team in her softness and gentleness. The fellows grew accustom to such treatment, they believe that at their pace before was fine. Shiraishi and Fujikawa never wanted to push them because they were on the receiving end of Kuroda's harsh treatment. On the other hand, you were already an excellent fellow when you arrived. Kuroda never needed to teach you much, only roughly guide you. What he needed to teach you was empathy, something which you greatly lacked back then. Somehow, the ones who managed to teach that to you was your peers. I've chose you to be the temporary staff leader because I believe that the fellows have come to understand empathy. Shiraishi has taught them that, but now I need them to understand that in lifesaving it's not all about kindness and heart aches. It's about working hard and saving a life regardless of the situation. I believe the time for gentle teaching and guiding is over, it's time they learn the hard truth of life. Both Shiraishi and I believe that no one is better at that job then you are. So keep going as you are Aizawa, you're doing fine." Tachibana-sensei finishes with a smirk on his face and hands on my shoulders. I took in whatever he had just said, slowly I felt a small smile form on my face. I nodded my head.

"Yes, this is Shohoku lifesaving department." I answered the moment the phone rang. It was just past lunch hour, and our doctors started pouring into the emergency room. How long has it been since anyone of them had time to eat a full meal in peace.

"Request for Doctor Heli, there has been a multiple vehicle crash. It's in the middle of town square but we are working to clear a path for the helicopter. Please there is quite a number serious injuries, and Shohoku is the nearest hospital." I pursed my lips, in the middle of town. It's going to be a challenge. I look over to the command centre and got the sign that it's okay to head off. I nodded.

"We got it, we'll send in Doctor Heli as well as 2 of our ambulances. Please clear the way. "I delivered the order and hung up the phone.

"Aizawa, Saejima and Yokomine go on the helicopter. The rest of you spread yourself and go by the ambulances. All our vehicles are for utmost emergency only. I'll stay here with Haitani to handle the crowd coming in. Go!" I heard a chorus of yes and soon the room was filled with the sound of footsteps dashing out. Our first major accident without Shiraishi. Let's see how well have she grown these kids into. I smirk to myself as I got ready for the intense day we have ahead of us.

The helicopter drew nearer into the city. As we closed in on the site, we could see countless of bystanders as well as medical personal running about. I wondered to myself thinking that such a sight was odd to see. Usually people were more frantic and disorganized. I scanned the surroundings as the helicopter came to a standstill in air.

"Alright, Yokomine take charge of triage and the order on how to send the patients. When Natori and Yukimura arrive, they'll help you. "I instructed over the radio before we began to descend. We burst out of the helicopter and together we dashed towards what looked like the command ground. The area looked like someone already gave instructions on what to do and where to send the patients. The field had flags marked with the colour of the triage paper, around them medical personal were already at work. Weird was what I thought, have there already been another hospital called to site? I shook my head, it doesn't matter. If it has already been done all the better for us. I nodded toward Yokomine and scanned my surroundings. Just as I was about to take off, I heard a fireman shouting and waving at me.

"Are you Aizawa-sensei from Shohoku Lifesaving department? There is a patient in need of immediate attention behind! Please follow me!" He dashes off and I follow suit. It did not occur to me that he just addressed me by my name. We turn the corner and for a moment I was stun. Shiraishi was kneeling over the patient holding onto a woman's hand. She wasn't just any woman, she was Mrs Takazuki.

"I understand, I understand that everything you have done up to this point was to save my sons. I trust you, I trust you with my life and his. Please, do what you do best." Takazuki-san said as tears stream downs her face. I felt my heart beat calming down and I nodded.

"Aizawa-sensei please, his head needs immediate attention! I'll tend to his chest. We need to hurry, we've lost precious time." I announced as I began to tie my hair. From the distance I heard him turn on his radio and delivered an instruction.

"Fujikawa, I'll leave the main site to you. We have a complicated patient and it might take a while." He marches over towards me and catches my eye. I felt confidence and determination filling the space between us. Together we nodded and reaches our hand out towards Saejima.

"Scalpel"

"Drill"

Hey! This is sorta my notes:

Thank you to everyone who have read this story! For following it, for liking it.
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So this is chapter 3! Sorry it took so long, I honestly wanted to update this every Saturday since I started but the past week at work has been intense and crazy. So sorry for the delay. Next week would be delayed too cause I won't be in my home country. I'm sorry! [PS man! This is first time I've something planned till a fourth chapter!]

Also as usual I know that the medical terms and situation are not real at all but please let it slide...

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