One AED shock delivered.
Return of spontaneous circulation after subsequent CPR. Pulse remained rapid but present afterward. Oxygen administered.”
The medic stared at him.
“You medical?”
Ethan hesitated.
“Former.”
“Former what?”
Ethan stepped aside.
“You have what you need.”
The medic watched him for another second before focusing on Victoria.
They lifted her onto a stretcher.
Just before they rolled her away, Victoria reached out.
“Wait.”
The paramedics stopped.
She searched the cabin.
“Ethan.”
He was already moving backward toward economy.
“Ethan Carter.”
He stopped.
Victoria extended her hand.
He approached reluctantly.
She caught his wrist.
“Tell me what I owe you.”
A few passengers looked over.
Ethan frowned.
“Nothing.”
“Everyone wants something.”
“Then tonight you met someone who doesn’t.”
“I can pay you.”
