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Betty is now on her way back to New York, not knowing what to expect or what Scott's condition or how he will react. When can he come home again? =============================================================
Betty stepped off the train and saw Kyle waiting for her. She ran over to him and gave him a big hug. "How did you ever find Scott? Where is he?" asked Betty.
"Hasn't anyone ever taught you how to say hello? I think I'll have to do that before you leave. Betty, this is Noah Longo, who has been very helpful in the search, and my fiance Rita Wilharber," said Kyle.
"How do you do? Congratulations, Kyle and Rita. So you took my advice."
"Yes, I did, and I couldn't be happier. Enough of the greetings. Let's get you to your husband."
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The taxi arrived at the hospital. It took them out to the farthest side of the suburbs. "Betty, would you like me to come inside with you?" Kyle asked.
"No, Kyle. I have to do this by myself," said Betty.
"Take this note to the front desk and they'll lead you right to him."
"Thanks Kyle, for everything. I'll call you later and give you an update."
It started raining, so she hurried inside. "Hi, I'm supposed to give you this note," said Betty to the nurse.
She read it and said, "Oh, yes, follow me. He has a room down the hall." They headed down the hall and stopped in front of his door.
"Can you tell me what his condition is?" asked Betty.
"Nothing physically, but he does have a mental problem, a condition that we call conversion disorder. It shouldn't effect his life in any way, but it effects him enough that he couldn't fight and left him distraught. Now go inside."
Betty peeked inside. There lay Scott, not even looking at the doorway. She took a step closer and saw that he was asleep. Tears started to run down her cheeks as she sat in a near-by chair.
"Wake him up," said the Nurse. When she left Scott woke up and looked over at Betty.
"It's me, Betty. I'm here to take you home when you're well again."
"Betty, I can't go back. I've changed and you've changed. No one will want me back after what I've been through."
"Scott, don't be ridiculous. When I told them you were still alive they were all very happy. I need you, Scott."
"Betty I can't. I just can't."
Betty was getting angry and upset now. How could he feel this way? What was this disorder he suffered from? "I asked the nurse about your condition and she said there is nothing really wrong with you that should effect your life. Even if it did, it couldn't change how I love you. It may have changed yours, but if that's true, then think of the children. They need a father."
"I'm not the person I used to be. It'll never work out."
"We may never be able to go back to before, but we can move ahead. It can work if you still love me. We also have two little ones to think about."
Scott just turned his head away as he saw the tears coming down her cheeks. He still loved her, but it was useless.
Betty was very furious and hurt now. She wanted to hurt him like he was hurting her. "All right, you can stay here. I don't care what happens to you anymore. You can sit here and rot for the rest of your life. Don't give me a second thought. I will be just fine without you. I have family and friends, but you will be stuck here where nobody cares for you. I won't let you come back, either, until you've learned your lesson. I may never stop loving you, but I rather be alone then have a man to scared to look ahead and try a new life with me. You're right. It will never work out when you have that attitude. I hope you'll be very happy. I have people who care for me and you won't. People back in Pittsburgh also care for you, but you don't want them. Good - bye and good luck to you. I'll always love you!" Betty ran out of the room crying. Scott lay there stunned, not knowing what to do. He lost everything he ever loved in five minutes because of his stubborness and stupidity.
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Betty sat in Central Park with Kyle. She told him what happened. He tried to comfort her but knew it was a waste of time. All she wanted to do was cry, so he held her.
Scott Sherwood needs to come to his senses. He's able to leave that hospital anytime he wants. I just have to convince him to go. No matter what, a conversion disorder can't ruin a marriage. Kyle said out loud, "Come see the show tonight. You can sit with Rita. Noah is in the show, too. How does that sound?"
"I don't know if I'm up to it, but I'll come," said Betty, wiping the tears off her red cheeks.
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Kyle walked into Scott's hospital room. He wasn't quite sure what he would say or how he was going to convince this guy to go beg for forgiveness. If what Betty said was any indication it would take alot of begging.
"Is that you, Betty?" asked Scott anxiously.
"Mr. Sherwood, I'm a friend of hers. She told me what happened. I'm here to try to get you out of this bed and back to your wife," stated Kyle with determination.
Scott looked up at Kyle and decided to play with him, even though he'd do what he requested. "Tell me why should I do this?"
"Your wife needs you and you need her. I could tell just by the way you asked if I was Betty. You'll have to go to her and convince her to let you back."
"Very good response. I would have done it anyway. Now let's go find her."
"All right. She's out sight-seeing with Rita. Shall we go?"
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It took them a while, but they finally found the girls. Kyle was able to pull Rita away and let Scott and Betty talk alone.
Scott turned to Betty. "Betty..." he began, but she turned her back to him. "Betty, please listen to me! Look at me, Betty Sherwood!"
Betty turned slowly around and said, "Scott, I..."
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