Even though it was urgent, you have to wait outside of his room before anyone will give you any useful information. After a couple hours, the doctor that gave Reggie the blood transfusion approaches you.\n<<if $mother is "false">>\nFather: What's going on, doctor, what's wrong with my son?\n\nDoctor: I'm afraid it doesn't look good. We have tried everything, but his body is reacting negatively to the transfusion. Instead of getting stronger, it is getting weaker.\n\nFather: Why, was there something wrong with the blood? Can you give him a different batch?\n\nDoctor: No, nothing like that. We've tested the blood and it is fine. With conditions like yours realtively new in the field of medicine, it could be any number of things.\n\nLibby: But... he's going to be okay, right?\n\nThe doctor leans in to whisper.\n\nDoctor: I'm sorry, but maybe your daughter shouldn't be here for this.\n\nLibby: He's going to be okay, right?!\n\nFather: There has to be something you can do.\n\nThe doctor's expression turns solemn.\n\nDoctor: As long as he stays where he is, he should be fine for a while, but that machine is the only thing currently keeping him alive. Of course we will continue to look for a solution, but his health is rapidly declining. I wish we could do more.\n<<else>>\nMother: Tell me my son is going to be okay.\n\nDoctor: Ms. Jones, normally patients with your unique physiology would start to gain strength with a transfusion, but your son is doing the opposite.\n\nLibby: Reggie's getting weaker?\n\nDoctor: Yes, but we don't know why. We have run several tests and tried different treatments, but nothing is working. He's being kept alive in that room, but his body is rapidly failing him. \n\nMother: No, not my baby boy!\n\nDoctor: In his current condition, we cannot operate on him, or take any further tests. We will review everything we've done in case something was missed, but it doesn't look favorable.\n<<endif>>\n[[Check on Reggie|Reggie Sick]]\n
Even though Libby looks like she's in pain, you don't want to give up on her.\n\nYou seek the doctor to find out if there is anything else that can be done. You are hoping for a miracle, and that is just what you get.\n\nAfter going over earlier tests, they find a way to reverse her condition. Her body will never recover those traits that make your family special, but at least she can go back to living a normal life.
It is a hard decision, but you choose Libby. The extra energy will prolong her sports career. \n\nReggie has a bright future, but he can still accomplish everything without the extra transfusions.\n<<if $mother is "false">>\nFather: I'm sorry, Reggie, but I think Libby should have the transfusions.\n\nReggie look very disappointed, but nods his head.\n\nLibby: Thank you, thank you, thank you! I won't forget this, daddy.\n\nReceptionist: Well, then, head on to the back.\n\nYou reach the back rooms and a doctor stands waiting. He smiles and approaches you with a hand shake.\n\nDoctor: Nice to see you again. I hope you heard of the changes.\n\nFather: Just now, but we got it all squared away. Libby's here for her first transfusion.\n\nDoctor: Excellent, we already have your family's records, so we can get started right away.\n\nLibby gets set for her first blood transfusion.\n\nFather: This will take a while, so we better get comfortable, Reggie.\n<<else>>\nMother: It was incredibly hard to choose, but I think Libby should get them.\n\nReggie: I understand, mother, she would probably appreciate it more anyway.\n\nLibby: I'm sorry, Reggie, I won't let this go to waste!\n\nReceptionist: Head to the back to get started.\n\nYou head to the back and are greeted by a doctor.\n\nDoctor: Nice to see you, Ms. Jones, who will be receiving the transfusion?\n\nLibby: That would be me!\n\nDoctor: A real go-getter. Wonderful! Let's get started then.\n\nLibby gets set for her first transfusion.\n\nMother: Better have a seat, Reggie, this will take a while.\n<<endif>>\n[[Hype Libby|Libby Excitement]]\n[[Comfort Reggie|Reggie Comfort]]
<<set $mother = "true">>\nMother: Yeah, just a sec.\n\nYou open the door and see Libby, your daughter, "patiently" waiting for you.\n\nLibby: God, mom, even I get ready before you do.\n\nMother: You do know that I can leave you here.\n\nLibby: You wouldn't.\n\nMother: I would.\n\nLibby contemplates, then heads downstairs. You follow her and notice your son, Reggie, reading a book. Even though they're twins, they couldn't be more different from each other.\n\nMother: Time to start your new future, Reggie. Ready?\n\nReggie: Sure, mom, I just finished reading.\n\n[[Examine Book|Reggie's Book]]\n[[Leave the house|Bank]]
<<set $mother = "false">>\nFather: Hold your horses.\n\nYou open the door and see Libby, your daughter, "patiently" waiting for you.\n\nLibby: Dad, come on, we're ready to go.\n\nFather: Don't rush me, or I won't take you.\n\nLibby looks at you for a moment, unsure.\n\nLibby: You wouldn't do that.\n\nFather: Try me.\n\nLibby looks like she wants to say something, but thinks better of it and goes downstairs. You follow her and see her twin brother, Reggie, reading a book on the couch.\n\nFather: Ready to go, Reggie?\n\nReggie: Sure thing, dad, I was just finishing this book.\n\n[[Examine Book|Reggie's Book]]\n[[Leave the house|Bank]]
It is the morning after your children turned sixteen and it is time for their whole world to change. They are finally old enough to get the procedures, so that's the first trip you're taking today.\n\nBeing a single parent can be trying, but at least you always have extra energy to spare. Soon your children will be just like you -- which is good and bad.\n\nShortly after getting dressed you hear a knock on the door.\n\n[[Mom, are you ready?|Mother]]\n[[Dad, are you done yet?|Father]]\n
You reach the front desk and see the receptionist frowning as you walk up.\n<<if $mother is "false">>\nReceptionist: Good morning Mr. Jones, I can only assume you brought them in for their first transfusions?\n\nFather: You'd be right. Just turned sixteen yesterday.\n\nReceptionist: I was afraid of that. You didn't get the notice did you.\n\nFather: What notice?\n\nReceptionist: Maybe it would be better if I told you in private?\n\nFather: Just tell me now.\n\nReceptionist: ... Fine. Blood is running low, so we can't afford to let everyone get the transfusions anymore. Families are only allowed to have one child get them.\n\nLibby: Are you serious? One of us has to be normal?\n\nReggie: This hardly seems fair.\n\nFather: I'm a single parent, can't you make an exception?\n\nReceptionist: Those are the rules. This is why I wanted to tell you in private. So, who will it be?\n\nLibby: Dad, if we don't start getting transfusions now, we will never be able to again.\n\nReceptionist: Except emergencies of course, though your bodies won't strengthen from that.\n<<else>>\nReceptionist: Good morning, Ms. Jones. You didn't get the notice?\n\nMother: What notice, is there something wrong.\n\nReceptionist: You could say that. May I speak to you in private?\n\nLibby: We're sort of adults now. I think we should be able to hear.\n\nReggie nods in agreement. \n\nMother: I wouldn't go that far, but go ahead and tell us.\n\nReceptionist: Okay, well, the short story is that families can only let one child get transfusions now.\n\nMother: But-\n\nReceptionist: Even for single parent families.\n\nReggie: What will happen now?\n\nReceptionist: Well, obviously you can still get them in emergencies, but your body won't get the extra benefits if you don't start now.\n\nLibby: This can not be happening!\n\nReceptionist: I am very sorry, so, who will it be?\n<<endif>>\n[[Libby|Libby Transfusion]]\n[[Reggie|Reggie Transfusion]]\n[[Neither|Default Transfusion]]
You examine the book cover to notice an unusually complex text book, but it doesn't look like it is for any of Reggie's classes.\n<<if $mother is "false">>\nFather: Looks like some complicated stuff. You're reading that for fun?\n\nReggie: Obviously, how else will I learn?\n\nFather: I guess that school you go to is just for show?\n\nReggie: Come on dad, you know what I mean.\n\nLibby: Can we just go already?\n\nYou give Libby a stern look that makes her back down.\n\nLibby: Sorry... I'm just so excited.\n\nFather: Next stop -- the blood bank.\n<<else>>\nMother: Always reading something, huh?\n\nReggie: I can't learn otherwise.\n\nMother: Except for school.\n\nReggie: ...\n\nMother: ... Let's just go.\n<<endif>>\nYou and the kids head out to the car, then start your trip.\n\n[[Travel to the Blood Bank|Bank]]
You hate to see your daughter like this, so you decide to end her suffering. After unplugging the machine, it only takes a few minutes for her to pass. She closes her eyes for the last time -- with a smile on her face.\n\n
The blood bank is thankfully not crowded when you arrive. This is usually prime time for those having the procedures. Libby practically skips through the doors. You and Reggie follow her in.\n\nThis blood bank isn't just for taking and storing blood -- it is for special for people like you. For a price, those with unique bodies can buy or sell blood transfusions from banks like these.\n\nThis one in particular is located in the hospital, so there is always a staff available.\n\nLibby: It is finally happening! What are you going to do with all the new energy you'll have, Reggie?\n\nReggie: Probably stay up later practicing piano or studying.\n\nLibby: Really? All the energy and strength you'll have and you're just going to study?\n\nReggie: Or practice! I happen to like it. Think of all the things I can learn, or problems I can solve with this transfusion. I'll have the most important thing any scholar could ask for -- time.\n<<if $mother is "false">>\nFather: You two will be able to do whatever you want, within reason, just don't take it for granted.\n\n<<else>>\nMother: I think that's a wonderful idea, Reggie. The world could use more focused intellectuals. \n\nLibby stares at you for a moment.\n\nMother: Not that there is anything wrong with wanting to be more active, of course.\n<<endif>>\n[[Approach front desk|Front Desk]]
<<if $mother is "false">>\nFather: I'll be back Reggie, I'm just going to check on your sister.\n\nReggie: No problem. I'll see you in a bit.\n\nYou go outside and see Libby crying with her head to her knees. You sit beside her and place a hand on her shoulder.\n\nLibby: Leave me alone. Here to rub it in?\n\nFather: I'm your father, I would never do that. I just wanted to check on you.\n\nLibby: Shouldn't you be with Reggie, he's your favorite child after all.\n\nFather: I know it may seem like that, but I love you both the same. You are a wonderful athlete and even though the transfusions could make you even better, I know you will succeed without them.\n\nLibby looks up at you and starts to wipe away her tears.\n\nLibby: Really?\n\nFather: Yep. Both of you will be successful, but between you and me -- Reggie could use a head start.\n\nLibby laughs and sniffles a bit before standing up.\n\nLibby: Well, let's go see him. \n<<else>>\nMother: I'm going to check on your sister. Will you be alright without me for a minute.\n\nReggie: Sure, I'll be fine.\n\nYou head outside and see Libby pacing back and forth.\n\nLibby: How could you do that to me, mom?\n\nMother: It had to be one of you. Reggie would feel the same way.\n\nLibby: That's a lie. You know Reggie doesn't want this as much as I do.\n\nMother: Reggie deserves this just as much as you. You want to know why I picked Reggie?\n\nLibby: Yeah, I do.\n\nMother: He isn't like you. He isn't a star athlete, or as popular as you. He is a genius, though. I know that, in time, he will accomplish great things, but he may need more time than you.\n\nLibby: Well, you aren't wrong.\n\nMother: And you, Libby, will do equally wonderful things. You don't need an advantage to accomplish your goals. Show to world how great you can be without it. That will really make you special.\n\nLibby: I guess when you put it that way, it makes sense.\n\nMother: Good, now let's go back in to see Reggie.\n<<endif>>\nAs you start to head back inside, a nurse rushes through the door.\n\nNurse: You have to come quick, there's been an incident with Reggie.\n[[Find out what happened|Reggie Incident]]
You see Reggie going in and out of consciousness as you enter the room, but he notices you and smiles.\n<<if $mother is "false">>\nReggie: There you two are. I was beginning to think I'd die alone.\n\nFather: Don't say that, Reggie. The doctors are working hard to figure out what's wrong.\n\nReggie: You don't need to console me, I know my time is up.\n\nLibby: This can't be happening.\n\nReggie: You can't stop facts and the fact is my body isn't reacting the way it should. They tried to be quiet, but I know. I probably won't last through the night.\n\nFather: You can't give up hope.\n\nReggie: I'm not, I'm just being real. Nothing will change this outcome. In the end, nothing can save me.\n<<else>>\nMother: I'm here, Reggie, and so is Libby.\n\nReggie: I'm glad I was able to see you two in my final moments.\n\nLibby: Don't talk like that, you'll still be around to bug me when this is all over.\n\nReggie smiles, but then a shot of pain contorts his face into agony.\n\nReggie: You might be wrong about that.\n\nMother: Hush, Reggie, they haven't given up on you.\n\nReggie: They all but called the time of death. Let's not waste our time. We all know this is it for me.\n<<endif>>\nHis skin wrinkles as if he's aged decades in only a day.\n\nReggie winces in pain, then looks towards the machine's cord.\n\nReggie: I don't want to suffer anymore.\n\nLibby's eyes widen at the sudden realization of how Reggie feels.\n\n[[Pull the plug|Reggie Dies]]\n[[Try to get a doctor|Reggie Still Dies]]\n
You can't stand to let your son suffer any longer and decide to end his suffering. Libby holds Reggie's hand and tries to put on a brave face. Reggie looks at you and Libby one last time before drifting off to his final sleep.
You feel bad about choosing one child over the other, so you decide to comfort Reggie.\n<<if $mother is "false">>\nFather: Don't let this get you down, Reggie, you're the smartest person I know.\n\nReggie: Being smart isn't going to make me live longer.\n\nFather: It might. look at how far medicine has come over the years. How many things that would have killed us in the past, are easily treatable now? People are living longer and it is all thanks to people like you.\n\nReggie: You think so, dad?\n\nFather: I know so.\n\nYou turn to Libby, who is looking a little jealous.\n\nFather: And Libby, I know you will do great things with your new condition. Be sure to take it easy from time to time.\n\nLibby: Of course, daddy.\n<<else>>\nMother: Reggie, just because you won't be able to get these transfusions, doesn't mean you won't do great things.\n\nLibby notices your concern and joins in.\n\nLibby: Yeah, you're a genius, Reg. Who knows, you might find a even better method than these transfusions.\n\nReggie: I don't know, maybe.\n\nMother: Sure you won't have the extra strength and energy that Libby will have, but don't let that stop you from fulfilling your dreams.\n<<endif>>\nThe transfusion is finally complete, and Libby is free to go.\n\nDoctor: Just be sure to take it easy for a minute. You'll notice the effects within an hour or so.\n\nAfter resting for about a half hour, you all head home.\n[[Leave Blood Bank|Libby Exit]]
You can't choose between your children, so you tell them neither will get it.\n<<if $mother is "false">>\nFather: I'm sorry it had to be this way, kids, but I just can't choose one of you over the other.\n\nLibby: But dad, you promised! At least let one of us get them!\n\nReggie: She is right, plus look how excited she's been. I think... Libby should be the one.\n\nYou and Libby look at Reggie in astonishment.\n\nLibby: You really mean that, Reg?\n\nReggie: Sure. I would have loved the energy, strength, and everything else that comes along with it, but you obviously want it more than I do.\n\nLibby gives her brother the biggest hug you've ever seen.\n\nLibby: I can't believe you would do that for me. I can never repay you for this.\n\nReggie: I know, but I'm sure it would suit you more than me.\n\nReceptionist: If you're ready, head on to the back.\n\nYou reach the back rooms and a doctor stands waiting. He smiles and approaches you with a hand shake.\n\nDoctor: Nice to see you again. I hope you heard of the changes.\n\nFather: Just now, but we got it all squared away. Libby's here for her first transfusion.\n\nDoctor: Excellent, we already have your family's records, so we can get started right away.\n\nLibby gets set for her first blood transfusion.\n\nFather: This will take a while, so we better get comfortable, Reggie.\n<<else>>\nMother: You know I could never make that decision. I'm sorry, kids.\n\nLibby: This is so unfair! We're supposed to just pretend that we aren't special?\n\nMother: You are special, you don't need a transfusion to make it so.\n\nReggie: That may be, but I really think you should let Libby get it.\n\nLibby looks speechless and you are shocked at your son's suggestion.\n\nMother: You are willing to give that up for your sister?\n\nReggie: I am. I know how much it means to her.\n\nLibby: Oh I could kiss you, Reg!\n\nReggie: Please don't.\n\nReceptionist: Looks like everything is settled, head on back.\n\nYou head to the back and are greeted by a doctor.\n\nDoctor: Nice to see you, Ms. Jones, who will be receiving the transfusion?\n\nLibby: That would be me!\n\nDoctor: A real go-getter. Wonderful! Let's get started then.\n\nLibby gets set for her first transfusion.\n\nMother: Better have a seat, Reggie, this will take a while.\n<<endif>>\n[[Hype Libby|Libby Excitement]]\n[[Comfort Reggie|Reggie Comfort]]
You start to get up to get a doctor, but Libby stops you. The two of you look into each other's eyes and you know what must be done.\n\nLibby insists that she be the one to do it, so you hold Reggie's hand and don't let go. As Libby pulls the plug, he smiles at the two of you for the last time.
Blood
As you begin to leave the blood bank, Libby starts swaying side to side. Just as you are about to say something, she collapses to the ground.\n<<if $mother is "false">>\nFather: Oh my God, Libby, can you hear me? Are you okay?\n\nLibby is unresponsive, so you pick her up and rush back inside. Reggie follows with a terrified look in his eyes. You get her to the doctor and wait as they run some tests.\n\nAfter what seems like hours, the doctor that gave her the transfusion returns with a grim expression.\n\nFather: What is happening to my daughter?!\n\nDoctor: As you know, people like you have only begun developing these unique traits in the last fifty years. There is still much to learn.\n\nReggie: What does that mean? Is my sister going to be okay?\n\nDoctor: I wish I had good news, but we don't know what else we can do for her. Libby's body is failing her at an alarming rate. It is like a reverse of what the transfusion is supposed to do.\n\nFather: There must be something you can do. Give her another transfusion.\n\nDoctor: I'm afraid that won't work. The same traits that allow you to strengthen, are now causing her body to deteriorate. We can keep her stable for now, but any surgery is out of the question.\n\nFather: This can't be happening.\n\nDoctor: We can keep her here and alive, as long as she's hooked up to that machine. She will not, however, be able to do much else.\n\nFather: So now what, we just give up?!\n\nDoctor: We will continue to look for a solution, but as I said, her health is rapidly declining. If she doesn't get any better soon... I'm sorry.\n<<else>>\nMother: Libby!\n\nYou rush to your daughter's side to see what's wrong.\n\nMother: Can you hear me, baby? Say something!\n\nAfter futile attempts to resuscitate her, you rush Libby back inside to see the doctor.\n\nReggie stands frozen before coming to his senses and following you inside.\n\nThe two of you wait for them to run some tests for what seems like an eternity. The doctor that gave her the transfusion finally returns, but it doesn't look good.\n\nMother: Libby is going to be fine, right? Tell me you found out what caused her to collpse like that.\n\nDoctor: I'm sorry, Ms. Jones, but we are doing all we can. The fact is your daughter might not get better.\n\nReggie: What do you mean? What happened to Libby?\n\nDoctor: Frankly, we don't know. We don't know why her body is rapidly failing, but it is. These unique traits people like you have are still fairly new to us, and there could be a number of reasons this is happening.\n\nMother: Can't you do something?\n\nDoctor: We have done all we can. We will continue to monitor her and the machine should keep her alive, but her current condition makes it impossible for any procedures.\n\nMother: My baby, my little Libby.\n\nDoctor: I'm sorry, Ms. Jones, I wish I had better news. We have never seen someone react this way before. I... would go see her if I were you.\n<<endif>>\n[[Check on Libby|Libby Sick]]
You enter Libby's room and see an elaborate machine just to keep her alive. She looks barely conscious, but reaches out to you.\n<<if $mother is "false">>\nLibby: I'm in so much pain, daddy, is it supposed to be like this?\n\nFather: The doctors are trying to figure out what's wrong, but don't worry. I'm sure you will get better in no time.\n\nLibby looks like she wants to smile, but she flinches in anguish.\n\nLibby: You're a terrible liar, you know that.\n\nShe turns to Reggie and begins a coughing fit before settling enough to talk.\n\nLibby: Looks like you dodged the bullet, Reg. You always were the smart one.\n\nReggie's eyes fill with tears.\n\nReggie: I'm so sorry, Libby.\n\nHe rushes out of the room, covering his face.\n\nLibby: I'm not stupid, I know this doesn't look good for me.\n\nFather: Don't say that, they just need to run more tests.\n\nLibby: I overheard one of the nurses you know. I'm only alive because of this machine. All it takes is a simple unplug, and poof, no more Libby.\n\nFather: You're not thinking straight, I should get a doctor to come check on you.\n\nLibby: Don't bother, daddy. All I ever wanted was to be a star. I trained ever since I was a kid, and now look at me. I can't even move! What future do I have?\n\nFather: I'm sure they will find the problem.\n<<else>>\nMother: Hang in there Libby, the doctors will find out what's wrong any minute now.\n\nLibby tries to smile, but ends up squeezing her sheets in pain.\n\nLibby: I doubt it. I guess this is it, Reggie.\n\nReggie tries to stay strong, but bursts into tears and leaves the room.\n\nMother: Don't start giving up already. They don't know why this is happening, so there's no reason to believe they won't find a solution.\n\nLibby: Before, or after I'm dead? I'm old enough to know when things are bad.\n\nMother: This machine will keep you alive while they figure out how to help you.\n<<endif>>\nLibby strains herself to sit up, but after making it halfway, she collapses back down. Her skin starts to wrinkle, as if she has aged many years.\n\nLibby: Let's just face the facts. It is only a matter of time. I am going to die, I saw the doctor's face before he left.\n\nShe looks towards the cord of the machine.\n\nLibby: I don't want to suffer for who knows how long.\n\n[[Pull the plug|Libby Dies]]\n[[Get a doctor|Libby Lives]]
Libby begins her transfusion and looks a little tense. You start to think of the first time you had a transfusion -- how excited and nervous you were -- and decide to tell Libby how great it will be from now on.\n<<if $mother is "false">>\nFather: I was just like you my first time, Libby. So excited to get my first treatment. A little afraid of what awaits.\n\nLibby: I'm not afraid.\n\nFather: Well, at any rate, your life is about to change for the better. You will get so much energy, you won't know what to do with it. Your strength will increase greatly. Even your mind will be sharper.\n\nReggie: Way to rub it in.\n\nFather: Sorry, Reggie, I didn't mean to make you feel bad.\n\nReggie: Just... don't worry about it. Continue.\n\nFather: Basically, Libby, you will be able to do things you wouldn't normally be able to do. You can't go overboard though, especially at the beginning. Our bodies are still like other humans and can't take too much work without rest.\n\nLibby: I know, dad, you don't have to treat me like a little kid.\n\nFather: Just making sure you know.\n<<else>>\nMother: Oh Libby, you are going to have so much energy and strength after this. Just be sure not to go overboard.\n\nLibby: I know, Mom, I'm not a little kid anymore.\n\nMother: You'll always be my little kid, Libby, but you're right. I'll try not to treat you like one.\n\nReggie: Does this mean she'll be smarter than me now?\n\nMother: She'll have more focus, but I'm not sure anyone can match your intellect. No offense, Libby.\n\nLibby shows indifference and lists the things she plans to do after the transfusion.\n<<endif>>\nThe transfusion is finally complete, and Libby is free to go.\n\nDoctor: Just be sure to take it easy for a minute. You'll notice the effects within an hour or so.\n\nAfter resting for about a half hour, you all head home.\n\n[[Leave Blood Bank|Libby Exit]]
You decide to stay with Reggie and give Libby some time to herself. He looks nervous as the transfusion begins.\n<<if $mother is "false">>\nFather: You are probably feeling all kinds of emotions right now, I know I was my first time.\n\nReggie: Oh yeah?\n\nFather: Yep, your world is going to look brighter, and you will feel like you can do anything when this is all over. Just remember that nobody is invicible, so take it slow. You have plenty of time now.\n\nReggie: Well, it is nice to know that I'll have many years to work on whatever I want.\n\nFather: Exactly, and don't worry about Libby. She will still be a great success.\n<<else>>\nReggie: Libby doesn't really hate you.\n\nMother: I know that, she'll come to terms with my decision eventually. For now, this is your moment.\n\nReggie: What will it be like afterwards?\n\nMother: Well, you will notice you feel more energized than normal, even after not getting much sleep. You will also be much stronger, in both body and mind.\n\nReggie: That sounds fantastic.\n\nMother: It sure is, son. Libby is still your sister and I'm sure she will be a phenomenal athlete -- even without the transfusions.\n<<endif>>\nHalfway through the transfusion, something goes wrong. Reggie starts coughing and crying out in pain, so you scramble to get the doctor. \n\nAs Reggie continues to get worse, you are told to wait outside. Libby eventually returns with a nurse and the two of you wait in silence.\n[[Await information|Reggie Incident]]\n
It will break Libby's heart, but Reggie is the one you choose. Sure Libby's sports career won't last nearly as long, but Reggie may be able to do wonderful things with an even sharper mind.\n<<if $mother is "false">>\nFather: I know how much this means to you Libby, but Reggie should get the transfusions.\n\nLibby: After all that waiting, my dreams are crushed just like that?\n\nLibby storms out the blood bank.\n\nReggie: She has always wanted this more, maybe she should get it.\n\nFather: No, Libby can't just get what she wants because she demands it. This is a sucky situation, but don't let her make you feel guilty.\n\nReceptionist: If you've made your decision, head to the back to get started.\n\nYou reach the back room and find a doctor waiting. He looks more excited than usual when he sees Reggie with you.\n\nDoctor: Well, I see you got the memo.\n\nFather: Just now, actually, Libby wasn't too thrilled.\n\nDoctor: Oh, I'm sorry to hear that. At any rate, we can get started as soon as you're ready.\n<<else>>\nMother: Libby, don't get mad, but I choose Reggie.\n\nLibby: Are you kidding me right now? I could do so much more with this opportunity.\n\nMother: So can Reggie. I had to choose one.\n\nLibby: I hate you!\n\nLibby storms out the blood bank.\n\nReggie: Are you sure about this, mom? I don't want Libby to resent us for the rest of her life.\n\nMother: Don't be so dramatic. She'll get over it. This is life-changing, but it isn't the end of the world. She can be just as successful without the transfusions.\n\nReceptionist: You may go to the back rooms when you're ready.\n\nYou head to the back and are greeted by a smiling doctor.\n\nDoctor: I'm so glad Reggie will be joining us today. I expect great things from him. Though I am sorry we can't allow more than one child anymore.\n\nMother: Yeah, my daughter will need some time to cool off.\n\nDoctor: Your records are all here, so lets get started.\n<<endif>>\n[[Stay with Reggie|Reggie Hopes]]\n[[Console Libby|Libby Console]]