Isabella returned to Laura’s room again and again, each time speaking gently, encouraging her to focus and try to move even the smallest part of her body. On the fifth day, Laura managed to twitch the pinky finger on her left hand. It was a nearly imperceptible movement, but it was enough for Isabella.
“Oh my God,” Isabella whispered, her eyes wide with shock and relief. “You’re in there.”
Isabella immediately reported her findings to Dr. Shaw, who brushed off her observations. “It’s probably just a reflex,” he said dismissively. But Isabella was undeterred. She subtly adjusted Laura’s care plan, ensuring she received optimal nutrition and attention, always speaking words of encouragement to her.
