XIX. Running Away

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'Twas the day of Brad's kidney transplant. A new chapter in his life is beckoning. all. hands on deck.  With Chiqui on his right side her hand on Brad's forehead and   Chanda clutching his left hand as the nurse was slowly giving his pre-operative sedatives. All of them  praying for a successful and safe procedure. And at that exact moment door suddenly opened with Janette on a frantic rush, kissed and hugged Chiqui tightly  and kissed Brad on the forehead," I'll always love you honey, Everything I do , I do it for you and the girls. Believe  me this is for the best."Then Janette pulled Chanda. Everyone was unaware of what is happening especially Chanda who felt her dad's grip slipping fast.

" Mom, what are you doing, where are we going?"inquired Chanda. Outside the door there was Tommy and Eddie Philips anxiously waiting.

"Damn you, Eddie!" was the last  words uttered by Brad as he fell into deep sleep.

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