After they were gone David plopped back into his chair and sighed heavily. He couldn't believe he had gotten through a visit with Rose Tyler, maybe it meant he was getting stronger or maybe it meant he was that naïve'. He looked up at the ceiling swinging side to side in his chair.
The image of her face lingered in his mind. She was still just beautiful as he remembered; her soft blond hair, sweet smile and flirtatious eyes. But sadly she was also a painful reminder of his broken heart.
Then there was a soft knock on the door snapping him out of his thoughts. David groaned. "Now what?" He wondered. "Come in!" He called.
The door slowly opened and a wheel poked inside. "A little help?" He heard a little girl's voice say. David's eyes brightened. "Casey?" He stood from his chair and opened the door wider. "Hi!" She smiled.
Casey Miller was a seven year-old girl and a patient of David since she was five. Despite her illness and coming from a single parent home she was a bright and sweet little girl that he had grown attached to.
"Well, look at you!" David smiled. "Did I surprise you?" She asked hopeful. He nodded. "You sure did!"
He sat at the edge of his desk. "I wanted to show you some of the strength I gained." Casey replied proudly.
David smiled. "I'm very proud of you sweetheart but don't overdo it, okay?" He said gently touching the dark patch of hair on her head. She nodded looking a little tired.
Then he reached into his pocket. "Oh, by the way I got you something." David smiled and pulled out a purple clown nose.
Casey's eyes brightened. "You found one!"
He grinned. David loved seeing her smile.
"Of course, I told you I would," He replied placing it on her nose making her giggle. "And now we both look fantastic!" He added placing a red clown nose on then giving a dramatic sniff.
Casey smiled. "Thanks!" David looked at her thoughtfully. "No problem." He glanced at the clock and sighed. "I know you hate it sweetie but it's almost time to have your blood work."
She nodded. "Will you take me there and stay Dr. David?"
He smiled. "Of course, my lady," He gave a dramatic bow. "I'll even get Dr. Mickey to do the silly voices." David added.
Casey smiled at that as he wheeled her out of the room.
Rose had gotten through her physical then Martha gave her a tour of the hospital. Walking around she was amazed at the paint splatters and children's hand prints on the walls and the fun carnival music samples as they walked down the stairs.
"What do you think so far?" Martha asked.
"Impressive, I wish all hospitals were like this." Rose said.
Martha nodded. "Yeah, David's really put his heart and soul into this place."
Rose arched her eyebrow at how Martha was saying David's name like he was the only man in the universe. She wasn't going to lie it irked her.
They continued walking unsure what to say to each other. It was obvious from their awkward silence and their suspicious glances that both women liked David but they really couldn't say they hated each other for it because they didn't. Still it was intimidating and uncomfortable.
After a few minutes Martha finally spoke. "So have you known David long?" She asked nonchalantly.
"I guess, why?" Rose replied.
She shrugged. "Nothing, it's just I'm sure you two have had quite a history."
Rose just cleared her throat and tugged her hoop earring, blushing. That seemed to confirm Martha's suspicions and she nodded pressing her lips.
"Have you known David long?" Rose asked pretending to be interested in her sleeve. She shrugged. "Not really, about two years, I say."
"Are you…together?" Rose asked reluctantly. Martha shook her head. "We're just friends. David's very focused on his work. He's very hands-on around here." She replied.
Rose suppressed a smile. "Mm, tell me about it." She accidently blurted out. Martha smiled politely and changed the subject. "So are you looking forward to volunteering here?"
"Yeah, I really am. I mean if it wasn't for a children's hospital my little brother Tony wouldn't be here." She said softly. Martha just nodded and they walked past some of the rooms and treatment areas. Rose saw the kids being entertained by Doctors and nurses some during their medical treatments. It was so unique; she had never seen like that before.
Rose paused and watched a female Doctor do magic tricks for a young patient as they were getting a shot. "That's amazing! I wish my Doctor did that." She scoffed.
Martha smiled. "David believes if a child has to come to hospital then their stay should be as pleasant as possible. He really just wants to see them happy and at ease…no matter what they're facing." Her tone becoming sad.
Rose continued to watch she felt a lump in her throat. Some of the kids were very ill with tubes and I.V's in their arms but they were smiling and their eyes shined. Martha noticed Rose's eyes glazed over. She placed her hand on her shoulder. "You okay?" She asked concerned.
Rose nodded folding her arms. "Yeah, it's just you see this on T.V or in newspapers but it's…so different when you see it in real life it…" Her sentence trailed.
She sighed heavily. "I know. It doesn't get any easier no matter how many times you experience it."
Just then they heard David's voice. "So how is everything going?"
Rose nodded. "Fine, I can't wait to start volunteering." He smiled. "Brilliant! Uh, Martha, I need to speak to Rose for a minute."
She smiled softly. "Sure, I've got to help Rory with the medicine rounds, anyway."
David nodded glancing down at his folder neither noticing the sad yet loving look Martha was giving him. She then smiled politely at Rose before hurrying down the hall.
He sighed and looked at Rose. "So when do you think you can come in?" "Uh, I'm working on a manuscript, right now but whatever time is good for you." Rose shrugged. "Okay, how about tomorrow morning at 8:00?" David suggested. She nodded. "Sure, I'll be here."
He gave a small sad smile. "Yeah, well, we'll see." David replied before leaving. Once again his words stung. Rose watched him walk away feeling deflated, hoping she hadn't made a mistake by coming here.
A/N: Hi, sorry it took so long to update! So next chapter is a flashback also I forgot to mention that David and Rose's relationship as teens was very intense (basically they did some things there parents might not approve of but I promise I'm not going to go overboard) but it is important to the story cause' it'll help explain David's current attitude towards Rose. ;) Hope you enjoy!