Date: Fri, 29 Aug 2008 10:47:10 -0500
From: Darrin Thomas <Djthomas4@charter.net>
Subject: Dylian Chapter 28

	I saw Simon was exhausted.  This concerned me, so I asked the nurse
to page Debbie.  Having spoken to Tom, I knew she was out of surgery with
Brandon.  His new father, the governor, frantically awaited his son's
return to return to consciousness.

	It wasn't long before Dr. Edwards stepped into the room.  Tyler and
Andy played on the Xbox I bought them while Even sat next to his boy,
listening to his new Ipod.

      My eldest had fallen asleep.  Looking around, his doctor wondered why
she had been signaled.

	"Drew, did you need something?"

	"Yes, I wanted an explanation for my child's complete collapse!"

	          "His body is healing.  It requires a great deal of energy
to recuperate.  My nephew suffered significant internal trauma and scaring
as well as the visible external damage.  He needs weeks, if not months, to
regain full strength, which is why I am not unduly concerned.  I hope my
explanation reassures you!"

                  "My friend, I would be lost without you!  Please tell me
how my nephew is doing?"

	"Not without Tom's approval!  However, since you are family, I am
permitted to say I expected him to recover!  Ask the governor to give me
permission to include you briefings."

	"He has my full authorization to be informed of his condition!  In
fact, he is listed as next of kin for my children!"

	"Thank you, Bro.  Does that satisfy you, Doctor?!"

	"Yes!  According to Brett, our sweetie's operation went better than
expected and feels he will make a full recovery!"

	"Awesome!  What are you doing here, buddy?  I thought you were with
your son."

	"I was, until I overheard the two of you.  I wanted to insure you
would be updated!"

	"Thanks, my friend!  I appreciate it, however Debbie was simply
pulling my leg, but don't ask which!"

	"You bet!.... "

	"Umm,... Mom?"

	"Yes, Darling?"

	"Si is asleep, and the little ones are playing, may I go out for
awhile?  I am getting bored!"

	"Of course!  However, stay inside the building or the inner
courtyards.  Here, take this, it's my backup phone.  Call me if you need
anything!  And, Dear, please be careful!"

	"I will Mommy!"

	My nephew skipped the elevators, preferring the stairs.  His first
destination was the front lobby to greet on-duty Petty Officer Emory.

         After talking to his friend for about ten minutes, the teen went
over to the Emergency Room waiting room, which contained a huge fish tank
the boy enjoyed observing.  Entering, he saw a girl his age crying, then he
recognized from earlier in the day.

	"Umm,... Is something wrong?"

	"Yeah!... Hey, aren't you ah,... Simon's friend?"

	"Yup, I am.  You're the First Chair, Shellie?  So what happened?"

	"My little sister has a heart defect and needs surgery.  Papa found
a new job today at DJ Enterprises, however we don't know if it covers
preexisting conditions and without it we can it pay for her operation.
Anyway, a few hours ago, I found her collapsed, unconscious on her bedroom
floor!  They won't let me be with her, only Dad.  I have been waiting out
here, alone, forever!"

           She started crying, once more.

	My nephew retrieved his cell to call his mother.

	"Ma?  Please come to ER!  My friend's sibling is seriously ill.
Oh, and her father works for Uncle Drew, so she is family!"

	"Son, you have been around that man far too much!  I'm on my way!
Please tell the head nurse STAT!"

	"Who were you speaking to?"

	"My mother!  She is one of the doctors in charge, she will help
her!"

	They were interrupted by a teen running into the hospital, carrying
a three-year-old girl.  He began yelling his daughter needed help.  The
desk nurse tried unsuccessfully to calm him.

	"Bradley?!  I'm sure she will be taken care of!"  The young lady
exclaimed.

	"Shellie, why are you here?!...  Even!"

	"My sister is sick, and he came to see Simon with his mom, who
works here as a doctor."

	Even turned to the nurse at the counter and told her;

      "Dr. Edwards is coming down from the third floor.  She said to let
you know STAT!  Brad, I will tell her to look at your daughter, as well.
Nurse, take them to room 101 right away!"

	"Yes, Sir, follow me, please!  You need to fill out the paperwork,
when we get there."

	"Buddy, will you come with me?"

	"Sure!"

	The two guys accompanied the women with the young father carrying
his child.  He teared as soon as they entered the cubicle.

	"Daddy, don't cry!"

	"Sorry, Sweetie, I'm worried about you!

	A medical assistant came in to question the young fellow.  The now
sniffling boy described the problem in detail, the interrogator became
agitated calling the attending doctor who told the boys to wait in the
foyer.  Meanwhile, the man informed the police.

As the youths stood chatting, Even saw two cops enter, and a nurse point to
them.  My alert smarty again retrieved his phone, but this time he called
me.

	"Uncle, I am in the ER with a friend, I need your help
immediately!"

	"I'm on my way!"

	As I arrived, I observed the uniformed investigators interrogating
the youngster off to the side.  This disturbed me, so approaching, I
politely but, firmly, stated,

	"Hello Officer.  My name is Drew Thomas, I am acting as legal
advisor to this young man.  Please, tell me why you're talking to him.

	"This boy brought in a three-year-old girl..."

	"She is my daughter, Hanna!"

	"As I said, he arrived with a child, complaining about pain in her
genitals.  The attending physician called us in to investigate a possible
case of sexual abuse!"

	"I see, and why, then, bring her in?  What did he tell the triage
nurse the problem was?"

	"He claimed after picking her up from daycare, she complained her
privates hurt."

	"So, isn't it illogical to assume he would bring her in, if he
molested her?  I want a second opinion before we go any further!
Attendant, call Dr. Powers, tell him to be here, NOW!  Also, take the dad
back to his daughter.  You are welcome to be in the room with them!"

	Within minutes there was a knock at the door, and the paged
practitioner poked his head in.  Smiling, Even invited him in.

	"Bradley, this is Brett, he is one of Simon's attending physicians
and a good friend.  Please let him look at your precious one!"

	"Of course, if you recommend him.  Hi, Sir! This is my baby, Hanna.
I picked her up from pre-school, and she kept rubbing between her legs.  I
asked her what happened, and she told me she hurt.  I thought a bath might
help, but when I got her undressed, her vagina appeared inflamed. Her
panties contained a nasty smelling discharge.  I don't know what happen to
her!"

	"Okay, listen to me.  I need everyone to step out of the room,
while I bring in two nurses.  Then, we will examine her."

	Within five minutes of vacating, we were called back in.

	"Okay, Officer, you may go!  There is nothing more sinister than
self abuse!  The problem is a case of improper cleanliness!  Young Man, I
commend you for your wonderful job as a parent!  I need to ask if you ever
closely examined her genitals?"

	"No! I feared being accused of sexual misconduct, if I touched her
there."

	"Well, as long as it's not carnal, you must!  This problem involves
lack of hygiene.  Boys wipe back-to-front, because it is easier.  Girls
swab the opposite to avoid getting fecal matter in their vagina.  When they
don't, it can become infected, which is what happened in this case.  Apply
this cream twice daily, mornings and evenings.  Now, she may enjoy this,
and it could cause her to start masturbating early, which is natural and
harmless, as long as you tell her where and when.  Do you have any
questions?'

	"Yes, Sir!  Will it harm her, I mean, are there any long term ill
affects?"

	"NO!  None!  There are many children who develop inflammation from
poor hygiene!"

	"Thank you so much!  May we leave now?"

	While talking, Bradley held Hanna tightly, showing how great his
love was.  I decided he made a perfect addition to the family.

	"Not quite yet.  Young Man, as you know from today at school, I am
a very wealthy individual.  I want to find out more of your background and
present situation.  First of all, let me explain what has occurred.  My
nephew spoke up, meaning he claimed you as family, which for us is
everything.  So, please, tell me your background, including how you become
such a young father."

	"I impregnated my girl friend at thirteen.  I wanted the baby,
however, she didn't but agreed to carry it.  My parents violently
disapproved, so the school social worker helped me get emancipated and find
a place to live...." he took a deep breath before resuming,

          "When Emily gave birth, I thought everything would turn out
great.  Sadly, one month later she committed suicide.  Since, then, I have
been a single parent." pausing once more, he continued

          "I earn a little money, working part time, supplemented by food
stamps.  Otherwise, I am on my own!"

	"Do you own a car?"

	"I can't afford one!"

	"How do you get around, daily??"

	"Taxis."

	"Even, what do you suggest we do?"

	"If it was up to me; it would be awesome if he lived somewhere he
had help when needed.  He is a great guy, a leader at school, a good
musician and most important loves his daughter.  I would build him a small
house on your property.  Then maybe Patty and Helen can care for Hanna
while he is at school!  Then by buying him a car, it will enable him to
drive all of us around. And he could help aid Dylian with his music."

	"That is a tall order, Big Fellow!  What do you think of it, Son?"

	"It makes a great fairy tale, but, in this world such things never
happen!"

	"Nephew, shall we implement this plan?"

	"Really?  Yes Sir!"

	"Then, I will contact Carl to initiate things.  As for a vehicle,
it must be a safe one such as a SUV.  Bradley what make and model would you
like to have most?  However, remember I have final approval!"

	"A Jeep, the new Commander is a really kewl looking truck, and it
has top safety ratings.  While I wish it to be true, I realize it's nothing
more than a dream.  Thanks for everything you did for us tonight, Pal, I
owe you big time!"

	As he got up to leave, I placed my hand on his shoulder.  I told
him I needed his address and phone number, which he provided.  I knew he
remained skeptical, but I intended to make it happen.  I called for one of
my limos to return the teen and Hanna home.  He nearly fainted from shock
when the stretch Navigator pull up.

	Assured Even was alright, I returned to my son's room.

          I finalized my program to help for the young padre and informed
Simon.

	Meanwhile, down in ER, Shellie remained outside her sister's room.
My nephew went over to see her.

	"How are things going, has Mom come, yet?"

	"She is in with Father and Sis!  Megan awoke awhile ago, I had to
leave, so they could run some tests.  He fears his new medical plan hasn't
started yet or won't cover this pre-existing condition!"

	"Let's find out!"

           The teen called Miles. Shellie looked at Even with a strange
look.

           "Hi, Dad!  I have a question for you.  My friend's dad got hired
today by Grandpa.  His youngest daughter has been hospitalized with a heart
condition.  Mom is with her now, when will his health insurance kick in?"

	"The paperwork needed to be completed for her to be covered.  I
will make sure that it is post dated!  So let the family know they are
covered as of today."

	"Thanks, I love you!  They are also worried about her having a
pre-existing condition, is that a problem? "

	"Same, back at you, Sweetie!  No, we made sure our insurance has no
pre-existing restrictions.  The young lady will be covered no matter what.
Any other questions?"

	"No, Dad, thank you so much!  I love you!"

	Even and his dad said goodbyes and hung up.

	My nephew updated the girl and her parent.  He saw their worries
dissolve before his eyes, making him feel good.  Then, he decided to check
on his boy.

	Returning, he found Tyler and Andy watching a movie.  Their Dads
were talking with me.  Simon had awoken and began surfing the web.  Upon
seeing his intended, his face broke into a big smile.

	{}Hey, Babe!  I heard you were a big hero downstairs!{}

	"No, I was helping a few friends.  Have you met Bradley Harrison?"

	{}Yeah, he is a great smart dude, a friend and tutored me in math.
Also, he belongs to the Chamber Strings.{}

	"Si, are you aware of his plans, after he graduates?"  I asked.

	{}He wants to become a lawyer.  He applied for a scholarship so he
could afford college.  However, I don't know whether he got it.{}

	"Great!  Just what we need, another shark!"

	"Hey!  Don't call my Dads' that!"

	"Calm down Tyler!  Ask your parents what their license plates say?"

	"Is it true?"

	"Son, mine says `Shark One' and Mark's, `Shark Two'.  So, your
Uncle Drew wasn't insulting us, it's an inside joke!  My friend, why don't
we hire the newest family member as our clerk?  He can be our runner."

	"What do you think, Lover?"

	"No, it's great!  From what I heard this is a very driven fellow
who deserves a break."

	"To summarize, I purchased a Jeep, the keys he will get from
Mr. Whalley, tomorrow.  I am converting the cottage on my property for his
use.  He has the before mentioned better paying job with more
opportunities.  I must still tell him we are gay.  Finally, I intend
canceling all contracts with Harrison Construction."

	"I have a perfect solution, conflict of interest!  No judge in the
country would side with him after the way he treated his son, especially if
the youngster refers to you as "Dad"!"

	"Simon, do you want a big brother?"

	{}HELL, yeah!  It would be awesome! It makes me an uncle, too!{}

	"Then, we shall talk to him, tomorrow.  I believe he intends to
come by, after he picks up his little girl."

	Everyone agreed to the plan!

          We relaxed that evening, chatting about trivial matters, in other
words simply throwing the bull with each other.




        Thank you for all the feedback I also want to thank my Editor,
Baruch!  You are a Great friend and a Damn good editor!  Thanks for your
support!  We are getting close to the end of the first book!  I have
started the second book, we will just have to see what happens!


        Please remember that kids are our future.  It's time to protect
them.

        No Child Should Have To Sleep On The Street Tonight!

        Hugs

        Darrin