Audrey's short holiday ended, and Gem Atkinson began his second treatment cycle.
Due to the doubling of the detoxifying agent's dosage, Gem's reactions in the later stages were severe, leaving him paralyzed in bed for half a day after each treatment, unable to move.
On the last day of the second cycle, he was bedridden for an entire day, completely lethargic.
For safety's sake, Josh Levs wanted Gem to temporarily stay in the hospital for observation overnight.
But Gem said, "No, Atkinson Manor cannot be left understaffed."
It was a critical juncture, when the slightest stir could shake the foundations.
Forsythia Brown said, "Gem, just one night. I'll go back and inform Grandpa Ken, asking him to take charge."
"No. Grandpa Ken's health has just recovered; I don't want to unsettle the old man again."
