343: Unspoken Expectations

Bauer had just wrapped up a lengthy discussion with some visiting relatives when he realized there was something important he hadn't had the chance to discuss with Emma. Knowing her schedule was typically packed, he picked up the phone to check if she might be free that evening. "Emma, I just finished talking with some relatives and had a chat with Francis. Suddenly, I realized I haven't had the chance to talk to you about something. So, I called to ask if you're busy tonight. If not, let's have dinner together. There are some things I feel like I need to discuss, but it's quite troublesome to explain over the phone," Bauer said, hoping she might be available. Emma, caught in the midst of her own bustling schedule, replied, "I can't tonight. It's a family gathering. I have to attend. Also, the situation with the three is much better now. We're planning to move them to another hospital for further treatment. If there's anything, just say it over the phone." Bauer hesitated, sen