Chapter forty-four : The Apple Of His Eyes (2/2)
”I'm sorry for being late but I'm here now, please come back to me ” I breathed, hugging her so tight as if I let go she was going to slip from my hold and disappear forever.
I felt a tight , painful yet oddly familiar sensation in my chest, it was as if something was cutting my breath, my hand began to tremble and I was suddenly scared - What if she remains like this for a very long time?
Immediately I stood up with her held securely in my arms, carrying her bridal-style and rushed down the stairs yelling like a maniac
”Get me a doctor! Get me a doctor! ”
Judy moved into action and called my private doctor while I carried her to the car ; her family will be dealt with later.
Throughout the journey my heart was pounding in my ears, sinking with alarm and terror and overweighted with ache.
My head was in chaos, I didn't even realize when I got home or when the doctor arrived, I only snapped back to reality when Judy snapped his fingers sharply at the face.
”Seriously men, don't scare me like that too ” He warned and I blinked unsure what was going on.
That was when I realized I've been staring off into space for a while now.I sighed and looked down at Maya, she was now sleeping peacefully while Doctor Sam was checking her vitals.
Even though we eventually fell apart but I grieved bitterly when Kay died , but it was nothing compared to the anger, pain, confusion and ache I felt when I saw Maya lying on that floor - almost lifeless.
” What's wrong with her? ”I questioned the doctor, my voice totally dry thanks to lack of water.
”Akinetic catatonia ” Doctor Sam said adding another medication to the IV bag through the infusion port.
” Akinetic catatonia? ”I asked softly
”The most common form of catatonia, the victim often stares blankly and won't respond when you speak to them. If they do respond, it may only be to repeat what you said. Sometimes they sit or lie in an unusual position and won't move.”
My Jaw tightened and I clutched my fist tightly asking ” What causes it? ”
Doctor Sam pursed his lips thoughtfully while digging his hands into the pocket of his white coat
”I'm not exactly sure what causes one to become catatonic but It happens most often with people who have mood disorders or psychotic disorders, like depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. ”
I frowned, deep in thought.I had a feeling Maya suffered some emotional damages from her families constant berates, but I couldn't exactly tell if she suffered from depression or had any disorder.
”But don't worry ” The doctor assured me ”I've administered benzodiazepines which is used to ease anxiety, muscle relaxants, and tricyclic antidepressants.But after five days, if there's no response to the medication or if symptoms worsen, I may recommend other treatments.”
I stared at him stunned ” This would last for five days?! ”
” Not really but Catatonia can last anywhere from a few hours to weeks, months, or years. It can reoccur frequently for weeks to years after the initial episode. I just need to observe her closely for the next five days and determine if there would be a change of treatment ”
”Fine ” I sighed and rubbed my palms on my face. My head was throbbing and I felt like I just aged ten years in such a short amount of time.
” I'll be taking my leave then ” Doctor Sam said and left right away with his medical kit.
I groaned and slumped heavily on the chair beside Maya's bed. I was totally exhausted, so much had happened in just one-day.
Suddenly Judy appeared from the shadows and asked right away ” What do you want me to do to her family? ”
My eyes darkened ” She doesn't have such scumbags as a family from now on, so remove her name from that family register by all means possible ” I breathed deeply, thinking of my next plan.
” Since they love money so much, shake their business and make their life a living hell. Let's see how they survive this time ”
”As you command ” Judy accepted the mission and was about to leave when I called him back.
”Her mother ” I said, memories of Maya on the cold floor haunting me
”Throw her into a cold room and let her freeze to the brink of death but keep her alive ”