Chapitre 81: Chapter 81: Side Effects

“I’m sorry, Michael,” Maggie said.  “I didn’t mean to lose it today.”  They’d made it back to Michael’s apartment following his first treatment.

“No worries, Mags,” he grinned.  “Let’s try to tag-team the freak-outs.  Yesterday was my turn.”

“Yeah,” she answered sheepishly.

“So listen, I was talking to Luther and I was thinking,” he glanced at her, assessing her mood, “I don’t think I need you to come to chemo with me.  Luther says that it’s really easier to just go in by myself and get it done.  Without you there, I have one less thing to worry about.”

Maggie nodded slowly.  “That makes sense, I suppose.  Do you want me to stop by here after work, check in and see how you’re doing?”

“That would be great, Mags,” he said sounding relieved.  “So far, I feel okay, but I’m worried that I’ll start getting sick.  I’d feel better knowing that you were coming by to make sure I’m okay.”