Chapter 2
Over the next three weeks, Kevin saw Mac at the hospital almost daily. They’d pass in the halls, maybe share a nod or a quick, “Did you see the game last night?” But it never went farther than that.
Kevin was desperate to get to know the man, though, watching him from afar, and gleaning snippets of information from those working with him. There was definitely something special about the new nurse. It seemed everyone at the hospital had a “Mac story” showcasing his compassion—always a smile for them, a gentle touch to the shoulder, a kind word—that instinctive knowledge of knowing exactly what to say at just the right time. It seemed Mac had been born to be a nurse.
Female and male coworkers were dazzled by him, but as far as anyone knew, Mac wasn’t dating anyone. The man was g
