Jaxon’s voice on the phone was tight with urgency. “I was going to go myself, but my wife just got wheeled into surgery and I can’t leave. Ms. Rogers, you’re only a few minutes from Mr. Walker’s place, so it’s easier for you. Can you go check on Mr. Walker for me and bring him some medicine?”

I didn’t even hesitate. “Sure. I’ll get up right now and head over. Stay at the hospital with your wife.”

Jaxon sounded genuinely shaken with gratitude. ...