"Mrs. Blackwood."

The hospital director gestured for a nurse to assist me, cleared his throat, and said warmly, "Mr. Blackwood just called with instructions. He emphasized that your health has been concerning lately, especially now that you have a fever. He insisted we take your condition very seriously."

I initially hesitated but then changed my mind and agreed, "Alright."

This would certainly simplify matters.

Moreover, since I hadn't received the divorce papers ...