Chapter 44 Chapter 44 The dose wasnt light , and without timely intervention , it could have caused some issues . With proper care , though , it shouldnt be a problem . That damn woman ! Shes going to pay for this ! 93 % +23 ) Elijah could barely make out the voices around him as he drifted in and out of consciousness . His eyes fluttered open , and the first thing he saw was Cooper sitting beside his bed . Cooper immediately stood up when he noticed Elijah was awake . Doctor , the patients awake , he called out . The doctor and Charlotte quickly stepped out from behind the curtains . Elijah , do you feel any discomfort ? Charlotte asked , her voice filled with concern . Elijah glanced around the room . Aside from Cooper , all the friends hed been drinking with the previous night were there , their faces filled with concern . Two police officers were seated on the couch nearby . They stood up as well , watching him intently . Willows not here . Has no one told her ? Or did she know and just not care enough to show up ? he wondered . Elijahs throat felt like sandpaper . Charlotte hurried to pour him a glass of water , inserting a straw so he could drink easily . Elijah took a few sips , soothing his parched throat . Did you call the police ? he asked , his voice hoarse . Cooper nodded . The hotel staff found you passed out on the floor and called them . The doctor examined Elijah once more , advised him to drink plenty of fluids , and then left . The officers stepped forward . Are you feeling well enough to answer a few questions ? Elijah nodded . Under their questioning , he recounted everything that had happened the night before , telling them everything in detail . The officers closed their notebooks and exchanged glances . Weve got a good idea of what happened , one said . The officers had already questioned everyone who was at the bar , reviewed the security footage , and collected the bottles and glasses from the table for evidence . The officer raised an eyebrow . Weve got one question , though . How did you know right away that it was the drug and not the alcohol that affected you ? Most people wouldve assumed it was just a bad reaction to drinking . Charlottes eyes flickered , and she looked down , her lashes hiding her unease . Elijah paused for a moment before answering . Ive had a similar experience before . The officers didnt press further . Well be in touch if we need anything else . Thanks , Elijah said . Cooper walked the officers out . The others exchanged a few words , urging Elijah to rest up , and then left one by one . Soon , only Charlotte and Cooper remained in the room . 1/3 08:53 Wed , 12 Mar BBN . Chapter 44 93 % Cooper plopped down by the bed . Man , you really pushed it this time . That dose was no joke . How the hell did you hold in together ? Elijah stared at Coopers raised thumb without saying a word . Charlotte , sitting nearby , was visibly upset . She muttered curses under her breath about Sandra and then grabbed an apple , peeling it . Wheres Willow ? Why hasnt she come yet ? Its been ages . Elijahs expression shifted slightly , his eyes darting from Charlotte to Cooper . He tried to mask his concern , lowering his gaze without saying anything , though his ears were straining to listen . Cooper glanced at Elijah , then at Charlotte . What are you looking at me like that for ? You called me . Dont tell me you didnt call Willow , Charlotte said . Cooper shrugged . Arent they divorced ? He couldnt imagine what a mess it would be if Willow showed up . The situation would be incredibly awkward . Would he be helping Elijah or protecting Willow ? Charlottes face dropped , her frustration building . Theyre not divorced ! First of all , I dont approve of their divorce . And the cooling off period hasnt even ended , so theyre still legally married ! Cooper looked helpless . Elijahs voice was sharp . Whats she gonna do if she comes anyway ? Charlottes eyes narrowed . She has to come , even if she cant do anything ! Shes your wife ! Youre lying here in a hospital , and shes just going to ignore you ? Is that right ? Elijah scoffed . Dont call her . I dont want her thinking Im begging her to come . Charlotte ignored him and pointed at Cooper . Call her . Cooper groaned . He shouldve left with the others . Reluctantly , he walked over to the window and dialed Willows number . The call connected after a few rings . Cooper cut to the chase . Hey , Willow . Elijahs in the hospital . He got drugged last night and is lying here with no one to take care of him . Can you come check on him ? Willows frown deepened . What happened ? Is he okay ? Is he hurt ? Her voice betrayed genuine concern . Cooper reassured her . Hes fine , no serious injuries . Were at Rane Hospital . Can you make it ? Elijahs heart skipped a beat , and a small smile tugged at his lips . He grabbed the fork Charlotte had been holding , took a bite of the apple , and was about to reach for another piece when he saw Coopers face change . His heart sank . 2/3 3/3 08:53 Wed , 12 Mar N. Chapter 44 A sinking feeling hit him hard . Cooper hesitated , then said , Okay , Ill let him know . Yeah , got it . Bye He hung up and turned back to the room , clearly uncomfortable . Well , Willow said shes glad youre okay , but if theres nothing major wrong , she wont be coming . And she told me to remind you … the cooling off period for your divorce ends the day after tomorrow 98 % 1 That wasnt exactly what shed said . Her exact words were , As long as it doesnt interfere with the divorce . Tell him not to forget to show up at the courthouse the day after tomorrow . Cooper couldnt bring himself to repeat that verbatim . He watched as Elijahs face fell , the color draining , from his cheeks . Cooper cleared his throat awkwardly . 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