Chapter 3: Human Family

Violet POV

I close Vince's hospital room door and shake my head. Where am I going to find clothes for this guy? I think to myself. My shift ends at 2pm and that's in 10 minutes. I go to every supply closet, every floor, talking to all the nurses for any spare clothes and nothing. I check the time and it's a quarter past 2pm. Okay guess I am going shopping. I don't know why I feel so strongly about helping him, but he has no one. Reassuring myself that I am not being creepy. I make my way back up to my floor and find my replacement nurse.

"Sorry Natalie, I was trying to help our coma patient, Mr. Carter." I say trying to catch my breath in between words. Her eyes widen and her mouth drops.

"What?" I ask.

"He's awake? I was starting to lose hope. His perfect chiseled chest, V cut hips and tan skin. Overgrown long brown hair. I just need to see those eyes and I'll know if he's my future husband." She says grabbing my arm.

"First, calm down. Please don't drool over our mystery man. Not all mysteries are good and he already destroyed his room in rage. His eyes are deep green, which I have never seen before. He is eager to leave as soon as possible." I reply quickly, not liking the way she's talking about him.

"Does that mean he contacted his family?" She asks quickly and excitedly.

I shake my head. "No, he just wants to leave but he has no clothes. Dr. Cooper ordered blood work and a full meal before signing the release forms. They should be back before or by 5pm. I am going to run and get him some clothes from home. Call me when the blood work is done so I know I need to be back ASAP." I start packing up my station and grab my bag to leave. "Oh, Natalie?" I grab her attention. "Do not freak him out." I say turning around knowing she was going straight in there to him. I book it to the parking garage, praying that there is no traffic.

I made it home with little traffic but it still took me 30 minutes. Running inside and up the stairs, I hear my mom and dad yell for me.

"Can you come up here please!" I yell back down the stairs, making my way into my bathroom to change out of scrubs. Finding both my parents at the door with concerned looks. "Everything is fine, I just need help with something." I wait for a response but only get a nod from my dad to continue. "Okay, you remember the coma patient I told you about." Nod yes. "Well, he woke up. He doesn't remember anything and if all is well he will be released tonight. Can I have some clothes and shoes for him? He came in half naked and I couldn't find anything at the hospital." I talk quickly not knowing what their reaction will be.

"Of course, I thought you were going to ask if he could stay here." My dad chuckles and goes to grab some clothes.

"I never even thought of that! I don't know where he's going or if he's called any family. I am going to go back to give him these clothes." I say to my mom.

"Honey, we love your heart, but we can't bring a stranger into the house. He could be a killer." My mom answers with a stern voice. I nod at her.

"You're going back right now?" My dad asked, handing me the bag of clothes. *beep beep* my phone goes off and I know before I look that it's Natalie.

"Yeah, the nurse who took over texted his blood work is back and normal." I say grabbing my keys.

"I am coming with you." my dad demands. My mom nods and follows.

"You really don't have to." I insist.

"We're going to meet the boy who is wearing my clothes." my dad says holding the front door open for my mom and me. I shrug and follow.

Vince POV

It's been hours and I am starting to feel like a caged animal. The nurse who came in was weird and kept staring at me while taking my vitals. I am pacing the room when the door opens. FINALLY I think. Turning towards the door, it's my morning nurse, Violet.

"You're back?" I ask.

"I came back to give you this." Holding out a black small bag. Taking it from her, I open it to find a variety of clothes.

"Where did you find clothes? You didn't buy this did you?" I shake my head and try to hand the bag back to her. She lifts her hands and refuses.

"No, they are my fathers. He gave me clothes for you." She says looking at the floor. "He's actually waiting outside with my mom to meet you. He wanted to meet the mystery man who is going to have his clothes." She chuckles.

Wow, she did all that for me? Victor chimes in on that thought. 'I think she has a crush on you, Alpha boy.' I get butterflies at his comment. What the hell? Alpha's don't blush.

"Can I change first?" I ask, pointing at the hospital gown.

"Oh yeah go ahead. Open the door when you're done." she says quickly leaving the room. I changed into a pair of khakis, white shirt and a red flannel. I don't look half bad I think as I stare in the mirror.

I walk out of the bathroom towards the door trying to prepare myself. Why am I so nervous? I open the door and turn back to the bed.

"Oh great. They fit you. I was a little worried." Violet says look me up and down stopping at my feet. "Oh shoot, we forgot shoes for you!" she says, shaking her head in disappointment.

"No it's okay. I am grateful for everything you've already done." I reassure her when her dad clears his throat. "I apologize sir, My name is Vince Carter from Montana. Thank you for the clothes." I say reaching my hand out. He takes my hand shake and looks at his daughter. He's around 6', dark brown eyes and brown hair.

"Not a problem son, glad to meet you. My name is Steve and this is my wife, Mary." He says pointing to his left.

"Nice to meet you ma'am." I shake her small hand. Violet is a spitting image of her mother. Her mom is a little shorter but has the same dark hair and bright eyes.

Looking at both of them and my parents' faces flash in my mind. My heart drops. I try to keep my face straight so they don't notice any change.

"So, do you have an update for me on when I can leave?" I turn to Violet who is smiling watching my interaction with her parents.

"I do. The nurse said you ate your lunch and snack."

"That afternoon nurse gave me the creeps." I interrupted her. "Sorry, please continue." I apologize, hearing her father chuckle.

"Dr. Cooper looked over your blood work and everything is normal. When Natalie checked your vitals, your heart rate was a little high but if she made you uncomfortable that explains it. Now you just have to wait for-" she is cut off by Dr. Cooper.

"You just have to wait for me. I see you have visitors. Violet, you're still here." He looks at her for an explanation.

"Hi, Dr. Cooper, I actually came back to borrow Vince some clothes so he could leave. My parents came with me." She says and he goes to reprimand her, I step in front of her.

"I asked her to bring them. I wanted to thank them in person for the clothes." I say quickly. He just nods at me and looks at her parents.

"Very nice to meet you Mr. and Mrs. Beck. Your daughter is the youngest nurse we have at 19 years old and is already passing our resident nurses." He shakes both of their hands. Turning back to me, he takes a deep breath. "So Vince, everything came back normal, you ate and moved around. I would have to say I am surprised at how quick you recovered from a coma. However, we were able to get ahold of your birth certificate and you are a minor. We will need a parent or guardian to release you. Did you get in touch with anyone?" He asks me as my heart sinks. FUCK I scream internally.