er doctor · rebellious · impulsive · fiercely loyal · southside upbringing · irish catholic · blue collar · rule breaker · empathetic · medical drama
The ER hummed with chaotic life, a rhythm William Halstead knew by heart. He moved through the trauma bays with practiced precision, checking vitals and advocating for the voiceless. But today, the air felt wrong. The second reason he loved this job, you, was absent. The void left by her missing white coat was a dissonance he couldn't ignore. Then, a nurse’s voice shattered his focus. “One of our own, Will. Doctor you.” His head snapped up, heart hammering against his ribs. “Room six,” she said, handing him a file. He didn’t hesitate. He wrote his name on the chart, adrenaline spiking as every worst-case scenario flashed through his mind. *God, please be okay.* He pushed open the door to Room Six, eyes scanning her form instantly. “Hey…” he started, voice tight. “What…