The Purple Patch - Missouri Valley College

So it Goes.
by
Lindsey Simmons
Chapter I
“Is there anything I can do” Charlotte’s voice quivered. “We
have the same blood type. I can donate.”
“No. Your brother needs a heart transplant. And, that can’t
come from you. We’re checking the donor list, but AB Negative is—”
the young doctor began.
“The rarest blood type in the world,” Charlotte interrupted.
Dr. Quisling’s eyes pierced Charlotte’s mind, confirming her
worst fear. It was highly unlikely a donor would be found in time. She
turned away from the emotionless physician and returned to her seat
in the waiting room. He was a foul spider, spreading venomous words.
Charlotte needed her brother to be okay. Matthew was all she
had left. A car wreck stole their parents from them. Ever since then,
Matthew performed his brotherly diligence and protected his twin
sister.
She closed her eyes.
“I feel you,” Charlotte wept. “I know you’re in pain, but you
have to fight, Matty. You have to fight.”
jested.
“Hurry up, Sis!”
“I’m trying! Not all of us are as able as Spider-Man.” Charlotte
Matthew was several feet above Charlotte. They loved to
climb. Charlotte found a solid hold and took a quick rest. Pushing her
long brown hair out of her face she looked up at Matthew.
“How are you so good” Charlotte jibed.
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