Synopsis

He attempted to paint a hopeful picture of Erin's recovery for Toadie, but the reassurance fell flat. The arrival of Susan shattered the fragile facade, her news of Erin’s late-night visit hanging heavy in the air. Sonya offered a murmured apology, promising to speak with Erin, and Toadie, ever direct, requested that Erin avoid troubling their neighbors. The words ignited a spark of defiance in Erin, and she stormed off towards the hospital.