"No," Ethan insisted, shaking his head weakly.

"Don't let your thoughts run wild... I just think you should focus on your work, and your future with Ashton."

His voice grew weaker with every word.

The nurse stepped forward, clearly ready to intervene, but Ethan stopped her with just a look.

She sighed, then said, "One more minute, at most."

I knew how bad things were with him.

And even though I needed ...