I'm liking this a lot! The bit about his body slurping up the IV seems like the kind of detail the show itself would have had. He's definitely got a unique biology.
Thanks ^_^ Yeah, I figured his system would take every advantage given to it as soon as it can, including IV fluids.
That's a relief for all concerned, but I hope it isn't a magic fix. Feel free to prolong poor Clark's misery. Setbacks make for good reading...
I'm hoping he'll basically be restored to looking pretty on the outside but there'll be problems beneath the surface that will take longer and be more difficult to heal. But however it unfolds, I look forward to more of your story. Including an honest conversation between Clark and the Chief.
He's certainly not going to be walking out of the hospital the next morning. He still has a ways to go..... And yeah, the Chief and Clark will definitely have a little talk ^_^ Thanks
Another great chapter. I'm glad Clark is doing better. The only thing that had me wonder was what Dr. Carson told Perry's friend about Superman's condition.
What about doctors-patient confidentiality? In my part of this world, Superman could sue the doctor for telling such things.
But all in all, I love your story.
Thanks
. As for Carson talking to Perry's friend, I suppose since he was likely going to see Superman soon, he felt he needed to be prepared for what he would see. *shrug
Excellent chapter. I like what you're writing. Intriguing to see how Clark's body responds to the lamps and even the IV. Hope he is healing inside, too.
The rules and laws in fiction are often written to suit the story, not necessarily reflecting real life. I agree with Bakasi about concerns about confidentiality if this was real life. And not only about the doctor talking to Perry's friend, but also the press conference. Even confirming that Superman is a patient in the hospital should require his or his proxy's consent. Did they get informed consent from either Perry or Superman for either one? And did the people staging the press conference talk to security before hand? Their job may be much harder after confirming he's the high-profile patient. At the time the show first aired in the U.S., I think the rules varied by state. A high-profile patient or even a potential patient did have tight security, and those often included even acknowledging someone was a patient. I remember this from when Pope John Paul II visited Philadelphia, the designated hospital and staff were on alert, during his visit and thankfully were never needed. And I know of a couple of incidents elsewhere with celebrities visiting a family member also putting the hospitals in lockdown for information, even tighter than usual.
You're doing a great job with this story.
Thanks
As for the confidentiality, Perry is acting as Superman's next of kin/medical advocate so he gave permission after talking with Superman and Mr. Brown. Sorry I didn't clarify that in the part.
Anyway, glad you all are enjoying the story so far
